what is it exactly and can it just be placed on the soil?
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It is a BTi in granular form, a naturally occurring bacteria that will kill mosquito larvae by affecting their digestive tract and causing them to die of starvation. This will prevent larvae from hatching out as flying adults. This product is designed to be applied in standing water that remains there for 5 or more days. Any water that is absorbed within that time will not allow the larvae to complete their cycle thus killing them anyway, naturally. Remember to ALWAYS read the label before applying any product. Furthermore, if you can eliminate the water source, you eliminate the breeding habitat, thus eliminating the problem. It is a BTi in granular form, a naturally occurring bacteria that will kill mosquito larvae by affecting their digestive tract and causing them to die of starvation. This will prevent larvae from hatching out as flying adults. This product is designed to be applied in standing water that remains there for 5 or more days. Any water that is absorbed within that time will not allow the larvae to complete their cycle thus killing them anyway, naturally. Remember to ALWAYS read the label before applying any product. Furthermore, if you can eliminate the water source, you eliminate the breeding... » Read More It is a BTi in granular form, a naturally occurring bacteria that will kill mosquito larvae by affecting their digestive tract and causing them to die of starvation. This will prevent larvae from hatching out as flying adults. This product is designed to be applied in standing water that remains there for 5 or more days. Any water that is absorbed within that time will not allow the larvae to complete their cycle thus killing them anyway, naturally. Remember to ALWAYS read the label before applying any product. Furthermore, if you can eliminate the water source, you eliminate the breeding habitat, thus eliminating the problem. « Show Less
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It is an organic medium carrying bacterial spores that, when active, will kills mosquito larvae. The active ingredient is Bacillus thuringiensis "israelensis" (or BTi). It is only effective against the larval stage of the mosquito and is recommended to be placed in standing water. This is a granulated version of the "Mosquito Dunks".
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It is small pellits and should be placed in standing water. Hope this helps!
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DO NOT USE THIS IN SOIL. I mean yes this can be used but it is ineffective in my opinion. I've had much much better success using this brand's Mosquito "Dunks" version on soil. Just slightly wet the dunk and crumple as much as needed to spread/mix within the top soil, then water in through. I normally use a quarter of a dunk for a 2 gallan pot that is roughly 10" in diameter. The dunks will dry when the soil does but continue to be effective every time you water. Unfortunately the Mosquito "Bits" version though easier to handle, is no where near as effective on soil and since it's made from corn can cause issues with mold (decomposing). DO NOT USE THIS IN SOIL. I mean yes this can be used but it is ineffective in my opinion. I've had much much better success using this brand's Mosquito "Dunks" version on soil. Just slightly wet the dunk and crumple as much as needed to spread/mix within the top soil, then water in through. I normally use a quarter of a dunk for a 2 gallan pot that is roughly 10" in diameter. The dunks will dry when the soil does but continue to be effective every time you water. Unfortunately the Mosquito "Bits" version though easier to handle, is no where near as effective on soil... » Read More DO NOT USE THIS IN SOIL. I mean yes this can be used but it is ineffective in my opinion. I've had much much better success using this brand's Mosquito "Dunks" version on soil. Just slightly wet the dunk and crumple as much as needed to spread/mix within the top soil, then water in through. I normally use a quarter of a dunk for a 2 gallan pot that is roughly 10" in diameter. The dunks will dry when the soil does but continue to be effective every time you water. Unfortunately the Mosquito "Bits" version though easier to handle, is no where near as effective on soil and since it's made from corn can cause issues with mold (decomposing). « Show Less
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Mosquito bits are granular - and meant to go into water to prevent mosquito reproduction. If you want something on soil - try a product like Mosquito Barrier.
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Yes. By law they have to put it bc it's clay, comes from the earth, yada yada.
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Putting it on concrete would defeat the purpose of the design; that is, the open bottom allows access for worms and water to migrate through the soil. Best advice would be to choose another type. Have fun!
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I couldnt get it to work in soil. But if you could get it to actually work, I dont think it would matter if it is soil in pots or soil outdoors
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I have planted it in the yard now, and have only used Miracle Grow potting soil around it when I planted it. Haven't fertilized yet.
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yes but you should put it around the garden on the ground a bit away so the critters do not even get close...that is how we use it and have been for a few years..you CAN put it right in the garden box or around plants but I am not sure if it would affect the Ph of the soil etc...we also use it all winter sprinkled around the perimeter of the house to keep mice out..it works great!
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depends where you are, prepare the soil with a campfire. keep damp and patienceI might add, it comes with good instructions.
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Yes, it's sort of like an "x" so you couldn't plant with just soil or the soil will fall through but you can rest a potted plant in it.
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It would probably work fine. As the other responders suggested, you could lay down something on the bottom to protect your patio. The one disadvantage of not placing it on soil is that the worms won't be able to get in to help the composting.
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It's like a hydroponic man made grass. When you see the soil it's like a compacted material and it doesn't attract any bugs.
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It is sturdy enough to walk on if the ground around it is stable, such as if you place it within a walkway or bricks, stones or such. I haven't tried it just buried in sand or dirt.
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it is a plastic stake, make you a starter hole before you put it in the ground and you will have no trouble
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Yes, contact your county agriculture agent. For a small fee they will test your soil. Look them up on line and they will explain what you need to do..
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I had landscapers put mine together and fill with topsoil because I have disabilities. They said they didn't recommend it on cement unless you stapled very heavy weight plastic to the inside to prevent soil loss and you'd have to make sure you got plastic that wouldn't have chemicals in it that could leech into your plants. I put mine in the yard, on the grass, and had good luck with them and I have 6 beds. Make sure you get good quality top soil -- I had a yard of it delivered from a local supplier and it was great, black dirt with no stones or stems in it. My landscaper said it was about the best dirt he'd seen and it was under $75 delivered. I hope this helps you decide how you will proceed.
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You can just push it into the ground .if the ground is really hard , just turn water on and it will soften the earth and work its way into the ground with a little pressure and patience .
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I would recommend not just laying the box on top of the fabric, but pulling the fabric up along the sides of the box and leaving some overhang to ensure the soil is completely contained.
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I see no reason why you can't put them directly into the soil, but use a broom stick to poke a hole in the soil since these are fragile. The soil would absorb the heat before it got to the plant.