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Ortho Orthene Fire Ant Killer, 12 oz (2-Pack)
★4.7(21K+ reviews)
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✓ Pros
- +Targets the queen and the whole colony, and starts working in about 60 minutes, per the listing
- +No watering-in: sprinkle on the mound and walk away; one bottle treats up to 162 mounds
- +About $20 for two bottles, over 10K bought in the past month
✗ Cons
- −The smell is the top complaint: many owners describe the odor as horrible
- −Outdoor use only, and Ortho recommends pairing it with its broadcast granules (sold separately) for best results
How we judged this one: we have not tested it hands-on yet. This summary comes from the listing, the specs, and patterns in buyer reviews.
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