Create a barrier against ants fire ants roaches fleas earwigs and more with TERRO Ant Killer Plus. This fast-acting treatment works within 24 hours to keep your home free of the most persistent pest insects while also offering residual control. For increased effectiveness this product can be applied as a perimeter treatment around the foundation of your home spread on lawns or used a spot treatment on ant hills and fire ant mounds. TERRO Ant Killer Plus is packaged in a resealable shaker bag to allow for easy application. Simply open the top grab the handle located at the bottom of the bag and start spreading the granules. There’s no need to use a spreader! To apply as a perimeter treatment create a 3 to 10 foot band of granules along your foundation. To treat ant hills (except fire ants) apply 1 to 2 teaspoons on granules over and around the ant hill. Be sure to water the granules lightly immediately following application. To control fire ants apply ½ cup of granules over and 2 feet around each mound. After apply gently water the product with a minimum of a gallon of water to each mound area. Avoid using a high-pressure hose which could disturb the ants and cause migration.