Systemic Insecticide For Tomatoes with Plant Growth Regulator provides broad spectrum control of sucking & boring insects, fruit flies, loopers, leafminers, aphids, thrips, whiteflies and many other listed pests on various crops. It stops further damage since the insecticide is taken up by plant roots systemically. This pesticide also helps in improving growth and aborption of nutrients. Things to consider before choosing a systemic insecticide for tomatoes: Before we move on to the three best systemic insecticides for tomatoes, it is necessary to be aware about what makes a great systemic insecticide – its mode of action, how long does it last in soil, etc. A systemic insecticide that has a quick onset of action is ideal for resistance management strategies, and also for enhancing efficacy due to reduced exposure on non-target organisms. The main tomato pests are: Aphids, False Spider Mite, Leaf Miners, Loopers, Mealy Bugs, Mites, Red Spider Mites, Slugs and Snails. Adelgids can also affect tomatoes. Chemical control of most of the above is possible with systemic insecticides (neonicotinoids), often termed as pesticides. But these will not control insects sucking on the roots or outside the plants.
Systemic Insecticide For Tomatoes
Insecticides are very effective at eradicating insects from your tomato plants, but you need to be careful which ones you use.
You need to be careful which insecticide you use. Some kill both adult insects and their larvae, but others only kill adults. The type of tomato plant you are growing will dictate what kind of insecticide is the best choice for your garden. Insecticides that are systemic, meaning they move through the plant’s vascular system and reach all parts of it (including roots), are more effective at killing pests because they don’t require direct contact with the pest as non-systemic insecticides do.
There are some problems with using insecticide on tomatoes.
There are some problems with using insecticide on tomatoes. One of the biggest is that it can harm the environment. This can include soil organisms such as earthworms, which are important for healthy soil. Insecticides may also kill spiders, ladybugs and lacewings—and these insects eat other pests that damage plants.
Pesticides used in gardens can be harmful to people who handle them or breathe their fumes. The U.S Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has identified at least 1,500 different pesticides that might cause serious health effects in humans or animals if they’re not used correctly, including cancer and birth defects
Some insecticides kill both insects and larvae, but not all of them do.
There are several ways to apply systemic insecticide for tomatoes. If you have a large garden, it’s best to use a sprayer. You can also dip your tomato plants in the insecticide solution and then take care not to get any on the ground or surrounding soil.
Many growers choose to treat their tomatoes with systemic insecticides because they are effective and very convenient in terms of application, but there are some drawbacks as well. Some growers report that using these chemicals can result in reduced yield or fruit quality due to the fact that they kill beneficial insects as well as pests such as caterpillars and worms (which may be important for pollination). This is especially true when using neonicotinoids—powerful chemicals that target insects’ nervous systems instead of their bloodstreams or digestive tracts like other types do—since these chemicals tend
to have more side effects on ecosystems than others do (meaning they’re less safe).
You can also apply an insecticide that is systemic and works by entering the plant’s system and working its way outwards. This can be safer and more effective than spraying your plants with insecticide because it breaks down more slowly. Takeaway: Tomatoes are vulnerable to pests and diseases so always choose a systemic insecticide if possible.
You can also apply a systemic insecticide. This is one that enters the plant’s system and works its way outwards, unlike an insecticide that is sprayed on your plants. Systemic insecticides are safer and more effective than spraying your tomato plants with an off-the-shelf sprayer because they break down more slowly.
- Special formula: specially-formulated to use on over 100 listed fruits, vegetables, and citrus plants to kill insects and prevent new infestations
- Insect killer: kills Asian Citrus Psyllids, aphids, whiteflies, and more
- Season-long protection: one easy application provides season-long protection without spraying
- Rainproof protection: systemic rainproof protection is absorbs and will not wash off
- Systemic rainproof formula
- Treats up to 640 Sq. Ft. of vegetables or up to 9 fruit trees
Additional Info :
Color | Concentrate |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 10.3 Inches |
Width | 2.7 Inches |
Length | 4.7 Inches |
Weight | 2 Pounds |
Release Date | 2021-10-19T00:00:01Z |
- INSECT KILLER: Kills over 70 listed insects including Aphids, Caterpillars, Thrips, Tomato Hornworm, and Whiteflies
- PROTECT FRUIT & VEGETABLES: Protect fruits and vegetables from insect damage, for outdoor use
- EASY APPLICATION: Spray onto plant until leaves are evenly coated, but not dripping
- RAINPROOF PROTECTION: Rainproof in just 1 hour
- COVERAGE AREA: Treats up tp 5,333 square feet
Additional Info :
Color | Plum |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.3 Inches |
Width | 2.6 Inches |
Length | 4.7 Inches |
Release Date | 2011-05-23T00:00:01Z |
- Controls a wide range of fungal diseases and pests
- Controls aphids, mites, beetles, crickets, weevils, silverfish, caterpillars, whiteflies and other insect pests
- Controls fungal diseases, including black spot, powdery mildew, rust, Scab, blight, brown rot and leaf spot
- Use on roses, flowers, houseplants, ornamental trees and shrubs, fruits, nuts and vegetables
- Convenient, easy to use, requires no mixing
Additional Info :
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 8.9 Inches |
Width | 12 Inches |
Length | 4.9 Inches |
- OUTDOOR RESIDENTIAL USE – This pesticide is designed for outdoor residential use only. This is not a treatment for termite bugs, and it is harmful to humans and domestic animals if ingested.
- TREATS MANY BUGS – There are a lot of bugs that can be killed with this product including thrips, mealybugs, scale, two-spotted spider mites, whiteflies and more. This is not a carpenter bee killer, so do not use this on blooming crops or weeds.
- LONG-LASTING FORMULA – Bonide bug killer formula is economical and long-lasting. One pint can make up to 16 gallons of diluted spray, and it helps treat infestations immediately. Apply every 7 to 10 days as long as the infestation occurs.
- FOR NON-EDIBLE PLANTS – This insect killer treatment is not meant for vegetable or fruit plants. This product is labeled for use on flower beds, roses, shrubs, and the like, but it is not labeled for use on any edibles, lawns, or turfs.
- GREAT FOR SHRUBS AND TREES – If your ornamental garden, shrubs, or trees experience insect or pest infestation, this formula is a great way to control and protect these plants.
Additional Info :
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 12 Inches |
Width | 3 Inches |
Length | 3 Inches |
Weight | 1 Pounds |
- Insect killer: kills aphids, mealybugs, mites, white flies, and more
- Fast acting: kills listed insects in minutes and is effective against adult, larvae, and nymph stages of pests
- Easy to use: ready-to-use bottle makes application easy
- Use on: for indoor or outdoor use on roses, flowers, fruits, vegetables, and even houseplants
- For use on vegetables, flowers, fruits and houseplants
Additional Info :
Color | Ready-to-Use |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 10.5 Inches |
Width | 4.8 Inches |
Length | 2.3 Inches |
Weight | 1.5 Pounds |
Release Date | 2011-05-23T00:00:01Z |