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10 lbs. Bag Natural Plant-Based Insect Killer Granules for Lawns and Foundations Covers 5000 sq. ft.

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  • Naturally kills insects and pests when used as directed
  • Safe around children and pets when used as directed
  • Made with essential oils such as clove and thyme
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About This Product

Defend your yard naturally with EcoSmart Insect Killer Granules. This plant-based treatment utilizes a potent blend of essential oils, including Clove Oil and Thyme Oil, to effectively kill and repel dozens of common pests like ants, armyworms and ticks. The fast-acting formula starts working immediately upon application and does not need to be watered in, offering you a hassle-free solution for insect control. Each 10 lb. bag covers up to 5,000 sq. ft. and is easily applied with a standard lawn spreader to ensure even distribution. You can feel confident treating your property knowing this environmentally-friendly product is safe for use around children and pets when used as directed and will not contaminate groundwater or harm local wildlife.

Highlights

  • Treat lawns and foundations: whether your yard is big or small, EcoSmart's natural, plant-based insect killer granules will help take care of your bug issues; use a handheld spreader or hand broadcast to give your home up to 5,000 sq. ft. of coverage from ants, aphids, brown dog ticks, crickets, fleas, flies and mealybugs; reapply every two-weeks to four-weeks or as needed
  • Environmentally friendly: our natural formula will not contaminate ground water supplies, hurt mammals, birds or fish, so you can always feel good about using EcoSmart
  • Child and pet friendly: this product is safe to use around kids and pets, when used as directed
  • No chemicals: take chemicals out of your lawn, garden and home equation with EcoSmart
  • Insect Killer Granules begin to work immediately once applied and don't need to be watered in, so we suggest applying after rain and reapply as needed
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Product Information

Internet # 319139334

Model # ECSM-33631-01EC

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Specifications

Product Width (in.): 11 in

Dimensions

Product Width (in.)

11 in

Details

Concentrated or Ready to Use

Ready to use

Garden Pest Location

Lawns

Indoor/Outdoor

Outdoor

Location

Lawn

Organic

Organic

Pack Size

1

Pest Common Name

Ant, Beetle, Carpenter Ant, Caterpillar, Chigger, Cricket, Earwig, Stink Bug

Plant Type

Grass

Product Weight (oz.)

160.0 oz

Returnable

90-Day

Safe For

Safe For Kids, Safe For Pets

Safe for Edibles

No

Questions & Answers

does this kill chinch bugs in St Augustine grass?
ByAug 16, 2026
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

EcoSmart Natural Plant-Based Insect Killer Granules are labeled to kill and repel a variety of surface-dwelling insects such as ants, fleas, ticks, crickets, armyworms, chinch bugs, wireworms, and other listed pests. The product uses clove oil and thyme oil as active ingredients.

By|Aug 20, 2026


    Is this safe to use on a food garden
    ByMay 27, 2026
    3 Answers | 
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    No, our insect killer granules are not approved for use in food gardens. Instead, we highly recommend our EcoSMART Garden Insect Killer spray, which is fully approved and safe for use on food-producing plants. Thank you, EcoSMART Team.

    By|May 29, 2026

      No this product is not recommended for any food garden applications.

      By|May 28, 2026

      If you use this product in a food garden, it is generally considered safe when applied as directed

      By|May 28, 2026


        Can I use with rain day
        ByMay 11, 2026
        1 Answer | 
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        Yes-- most plant-based lawn granules like the EcoSmart Natural Plant-Based Insect Killer Granules, light watering or rain actually helps activate the product by moving the granules into the soil and grass layer where insects live.

        By|Jul 5, 2026

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          Does this product kill adult mole crickets?
          ByAug 4, 2025
          1 Answer | 
          Answer This Question

          The EcoSmart product with item number ECSM-33631-01EC is a natural, plant-based insect killer granule that uses clove oil and thyme oil as active ingredients. According to the product details: It is designed to kill and repel a wide variety of insects; However, mole crickets are not specifically listed among the targeted pests in the product description. While it may have some repellent or incidental effects on mole crickets due to its broad-spectrum nature, it is not guaranteed to kill adult mole crickets directly. If mole crickets are your primary concern, I’d recommend looking for a product that explicitly lists them on the label or is known to target soil-dwelling insects more effectively.

          By|Aug 4, 2025


            Do you have to water down before it's safe for kids and pets?
            ByAug 4, 2025
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            The EcoSmart Insect Killer Granules (Item # ECSM-33631-01EC) is safe to use around children and pets when used as directed—and does not need to be watered down before use 1. Here are a few key points about the product: Active ingredients: Clove oil and thyme oil (plant-based essential oils). Application: Spread directly on lawns or foundations using a lawn spreader or by hand broadcasting. No watering required: It begins working immediately after application and does not need to be watered in. Safety: It’s formulated to be non-toxic to pets, children, fish, and wildlife when used according to the label instructions 1 2. If you're applying it in areas where kids or pets play, it's still a good idea to let the granules settle for a bit before allowing them back into the area—just to be extra cautious.

            By|May 6, 2026

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              Is this product safe to use on decorative stones/gravel? Similar products say not to use on landscaping or decorative stones or gravel since I guess it may discolor or damage in some way. Thanks!
              ByJun 27, 2025
              1 Answer | 
              Answer This Question

              Hi SuzieQ - EcoSmast Insect Killer Granules are made from natural plant based extracts. The granules will not damage or discolor decorative stones or walkways. Thank you for your interest in Eco Smart lawn care products.

              By|Jun 30, 2025


                MY LAWN IS SICK. LIKE TO GET A NATURAL INSECTICIDE ANY RECOMMENDATIONS NOT SURE WHY THE DEAD SPOTS POPPING UP. EVERY EVERYWHERE. GRASS WAS. BEAUTIFUL MONTH AGO. NOW ALL THESE YELLOW SPOTS. PLEASE HELP. ITS NOT FROM A DOG.
                ByMay 30, 2025
                1 Answer | 
                Answer This Question

                Hello, Thank you for your question. EcoSMART 10lb Insect Killer Granules is an excellent natural insecticide for your lawn, landscape and foundation application. Your lawn may also have a fungus which is causing dead spots to turn yellow. If dead spots continue, we recommend reaching out to your local extension agency for addition help on identifying what's causing the yellow spots. Thank you, EcoSMART Team

                By|Jul 31, 2025


                  Does this kill crane flies and their grub
                  ByApr 12, 2025
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                  EcoSmart 10lb Insect Killer Granules can help reduce crane fly grubs, but it might not kill the crane flies. It may deter or stress out crane fly larvae near the surface, But it won’t penetrate deeply into the soil where most larvae live.

                  By|Apr 24, 2025


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                    Customer Reviews

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                    • 4 out of 97 reviews
                    • 100% recommend this product
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                    We have a very large yard and the ticks were extremely bad. This spring used our Scott’s broadcast spreader and in a crisscross pattern applied Eco smart insect killer across the entire area and then use their spray on the perimeter. The smell was pleasant and the coverage was good and so far so good no sign of ticks and it also seemed to control the mosquitoes quite well.
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                    I have been using ECOSMART granules for years. It’s the only thing I trust to use on my lawn. I put it down with a lawn spreader, is so easy. It great to put down the day before an outdoor party. It has such a pleasant smell, it refreshes the whole yard. It’s safe for pets and children and made from natural oils. Give it a try!!
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                    Smart way to kill bugs in your yard
                    This EcoSmart Insect Killer Granules are the natural, plant-based granular lawn treatment that I was looking for. We have a problem with ants in our yard and the biggest type of insect that is list for killing is ants. Then it also kills many of other kinds of insects that are most common in yards. This 10 lb bag will treat a 5000 sq ft area. I used a hand spreader like one you would use to spread grass seed. I basically went to areas in the yard that I say ants and treated those areas thoroughly, It is safe for my lawn, people and pets. .
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                    7 found this review helpful
                    Fine Granules. Works Nicely.
                    This is a very fine dust that must be spread with a hand crank spreader or a lawn spreader. You will want to use the finest setting since it is like dust. That way, it really does cover up to 5000 sq feet. The flakes themselves are all eco-friendly. Clove and thyme oil are the active ingredients and act to detour a wide variety of bugs. I was able to use a hand spreader -- do it when there is absolutely no wind -- and get really low to the ground to apply it. I used the lowest setting and dusted our backyard. We have a lot of little ankle biters in the spring and summer. So far, so good. The only negative thing about this product is that if you live in an area that gets wets a lot, you will have to reapply every two weeks. The directions say it lasts up to four weeks. So this will be a monthly application during the months where outside entertaining is done. The bag is seal-able, so it stores great too.
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                    5 found this review helpful
                    "Safer" insect control granules
                    I have been using several of the top name brands of insect control granules around the foundation of my home for several years now, to control ants & spiders. I decided to try this environmentally "safer" product,(EcoSmart 10 lb. bag of granules) which its active ingredients include plant-based clove oil & thyme oil. I spread it around the foundation at the rear of my home several days ago and am now noticing the ants better under control and fewer of them getting into the house around doors & windows. The package indicates this product is safe around pets & children (if used as directed) and does not contaminate ground water supplies. The 10lb. bag should cover up to 5,000 sq ft of outdoor area. I am hopeful this product will continue to work effectively since it should be a bit safer for the environment.
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                    1 found this review helpful
                    ECOSMART INSECT KILLER GRANULES
                    I try to keep a pretty descent looking lawn, keeping it weed free and nice and green. You also need to keep the insect out of the lawn, and adding this to my lawn will definitely help keep the insects and bugs away. I made sure to put it around the foundation of the house to kill any potential insect that may want to wonder into my house. Good insect killer to use on your lawn and around your foundation.
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                    3 found this review helpful
                    Great Natural Insect Killer!
                    Due to having a pool I am a regular user of insecticide/Insect killer. While not too happy previously with the brand I used last summer I switched to Ecosmart natural plant-based insect killer and so far am pleased with the results! Right from the bag the odor is pleasant unlike others I have used. It spreads well with my handheld battery operated spreader. I was able to get better coverage I feel like with this product than the last I used even tho the listed coverage is the same on both products. After application it actually made my yard smell nice for a couple days! I will be using this product again in the future!
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                    4 found this review helpful
                    Safe pesticide for pets
                    I bought the eco smart natural plant based for insects couple of days ago. The Ecosmart insects killer is a granule good for lawns and landscapes. The granules come with a blend of essential oils that make it a friendly pesticide safe to use around children and pets. It can also be used around ornamental flowers using a handheld spreader and not to forget gloves. I gave it a four star because I don’t know the result yet. The back of the bag has all the instructions on how to use the pesticide effectively.
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                    All Natural; ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
                    10 lbs. Bag Natural Plant-Based Insect Killer Granules for Lawns and Foundations Covers 5000 sq. ft. If you have pets or children or just want to quit using harmful chemicals this product is the one to use. Naturally kills insects and pests and is safe around children and pets. I also enjoy the smell since this is made with essential oils such as clove and thyme. "ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY": Natural formula will not contaminate ground water supplies, hurt mammals, birds or fish, The best part is "NO CHEMICALS"
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                    4 found this review helpful
                    Safe Lawn Insect Killer
                    I got this for my yard because it is safe around both pets and people! The active ingredients are Clove and Thyme oil, so it also doesn't smell bad like some pesticides. This 10 lb bag will cover 5,000 sq feet, so it goes a long way. The guidelines for spreading it depending on the type of spreader you use is on the back and covers a number of different spreaders. With ticks and fleas on N. Fla lawns in the spring, now is the perfect time to apply this slow release product. If you have mulch around your home, spread it there as well.
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                    Product Snapshot

                    Ideal for eco-conscious homeowners seeking natural pest control, ensuring child and pet safety.
                    Ideal for pet owners and families seeking natural, rain-resistant tick and mosquito control for lawns, flowers, and shrubs.
                    Great for homeowners looking for season-long fire ant control, making lawn care easier.
                    Ideal for customers who want a two-step fire ant control system, ensuring quick kill and long-term protection.

                    Active Ingredients

                    Clove Oil and Thyme Oil
                    Essential Oils
                    Lambda Cyhalothrin

                    Application Method

                    Granules
                    Granular
                    Spreading granules, Targeted mound treatments
                    Spreading granules, targeted mound treatments

                    Coverage Area

                    10, 000 sq. ft.
                    5, 650 sq. ft.

                    Season-Long Protection

                    Rainproof