Insecticide For Petunias
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You have several options for protecting your petunias from pests, including Btk, diatomaceous earth, horticultural oils and insecticidal soap.
Spray on Petunias: Btk
Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki, or BtK, is a bacterium that occurs naturally in soils. When levels are high enough, it sickens insects like loopers, moth larvae, armyworms, cutworms, hornworms and other caterpillar pests that like to munch on petunia leaves and petals.
BtK is available in many forms including dusts, liquids and granules. Apply the petunia insecticide to the petunia plant so that when the pest feeds, it ingests the BtK. The toxin causes paralysis, which stops the pest from feeding and kills it within a few days.
Diatomaceous Earth as Insecticide
Use diatomaceous earth (DE) as a broad spectrum insecticide to kill soft-bodied petunia pests like caterpillars, thrips, aphids, slugs and snails. It works by dehydrating the insect to the point of death.
Apply DE to the foliage and soil around your petunias. Restrict application to areas where pests are a problem because it also kills beneficial pollinating insects like honeybees and butterflies. When applying DE, wear a mask because it may irritate mucous membranes.
Horticultural Oil Treatments
Petunia plants that have pests like aphids, mites, mealy bugs, scale and whiteflies may benefit from horticultural oil. Petunia pests and their eggs are smothered by horticultural oil. Lightweight horticultural oils provide more thorough leaf coverage, and dormant horticultural oils are heavier versions for woody plants and trees.
Follow the package mixing instructions, and spray the horticultural oil on the tops and bottoms of the petunia foliage to keep bugs away. If daytime temperatures exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit or nighttime temperatures drop below freezing, avoid using horticultural oils. Spray either early in the morning or in the evening to avoid direct sunlight.
Neem Oil Treatments
Neem oil is derived from the seed of the neem tree and contains a chemical called azadirachtin, which is toxic to many types of insects but is harmless to mammals. Neem oil acts as a repellant, growth regulator and insect poison. It has systemic properties that enable the petunia plant to absorb the neem’s extracts into the petunia’s tissues. It causes insects like leafminers and other boring insects to stop feeding because the plant becomes unpalatable. If the petunia pest continues to feed the insect is unable to molt or reproduce.
Mix the neem oil according to the package instructions. Spray it over all parts of the plant. You might need to reapply the neem oil treatment again after a week.
Insecticidal Soap Treatments
Another less-toxic treatment option that protects most beneficial insects is insecticidal soap. It works on soft-bodied insects, including aphids, thrips and mites. To take care of the pest infestation, insecticidal soap has to come into contact with the insects directly.
Ready-to-use insecticidal soap is easy to use right out of the bottle. Spray it on all parts of the plant, including tops and bottoms of leaves, to ensure it reaches any bugs that are already on the plant. Treating the bugs early can keep more bugs from coming onto the plant. You might need to repeat the treatment weekly or biweekly.
Insecticide For Petunias
Petunias are popular garden plants, but they can become infested with pests like aphids and whiteflies. When this happens, it is important to address the problem before it becomes worse.
One of the best ways to do this is by using an insecticide that will kill off a large number of the insects without harming petunia plants or people. There are many options available today, so choosing one can be tricky. Here are some things to keep in mind when trying to choose the right insecticide for petunias:
Insecticides come in different forms, including liquid and gel-based sprays as well as dusts. Choose a product that contains ingredients that will kill off most aphids and whiteflies quickly, but won’t harm other insects or pets that might come into contact with them (such as dogs).
Some products contain pyrethrum powder which is derived from chrysanthemums; while not harmful to humans or pets, it may be irritating if inhaled or touched directly on skin; therefore it’s best not to use these products if you have young children or pets around your home. Other products contain neem oil which is more natural than synthetic insecticides; however it may take longer for results.
List Of Insecticide For Petunias
- INSECT KILLER – This pest control is great for use on cabbage looper, hornworms, tent caterpillar, gypsy moth, bagworm and many more.
- PROTECTS FRUITS, VEGETABLES, SHADE TREES & ORNAMENTALS – Designed for use on broccoli, cauliflower, kale, mustard greens, eggplant, pepper, melons, tomatoes, cabbage, shade trees and ornamentals.
- DOESN’T HARM BENEFICIAL INSECTS – Kills worms and caterpillar stage insects while causing no harm to birds, earthworms, or beneficial insects, such as honeybees and ladybugs.
- FAST ACTING FORMULA – Must be eaten by worms or caterpillars to be effective. After ingesting, bugs immediately stop feeding and will die within 2-3 days.
- ORGANIC GARDENING – The active ingredient of the product is a natural strain of the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis, which is a leading insecticide used worldwide. Approved for organic gardening, our product is safe for use around people and pets.
Additional Info :
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 12 Inches |
| Width | 3 Inches |
| Length | 6 Inches |
| Weight | 2.33 Pounds |
| Release Date | 2021-11-10T00:00:01Z |
- CONTAINS BOTANICAL INSECTICIDES: Spray on roses, vegetables, houseplants, ornamentals, trees, shrubs and flowers right up to the day of harvest.
- KILLS ON CONTACT: Kills aphids, tomato hornworms, green fruitworms and other listed insects.
- PROTECTS YOUR WHOLE GARDEN: Use both indoors and outdoors.
- READY-TO-USE PEST CONTROL: Spray upper and lower leaf surfaces – no mixing required.
- APPLY AS NEEDED: Treat weekly or apply as needed to control infestations (up 10 to times per season).
Additional Info :
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 10.33 Inches |
| Width | 2.25 Inches |
| Length | 4.25 Inches |
| Weight | 3 Pounds |
- INSECT KILLER: Kills 100+ insects including Aphids, Caterpillars, Whiteflies, Japanese Beetles, and more
- KILLS ON CONTACT: Kills listed insects on contact
- 14 DAY PROTECTION: Protects against listed insects for up to 14 days
- USE ON: Roses, flowers, plants, and even vegetable gardens
Additional Info :
| Color | White |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 1 Inches |
| Width | 1 Inches |
| Length | 1 Inches |
| Release Date | 2021-11-11T00:00:01Z |
- Insect Killer – this pest control is designed for use on caterpillars and worm type insects, such as cabbage looper, bagworm, gypsy moth, fall cankerworm, elm spanworm and many more.
- Foliage protector – this insecticide is designed for use on a variety of plants including broccoli, Celery, cabbage, Turnip greens, mustard greens, Cauliflower, melons, lettuce, tomatoes, shade trees, ornamentals and many more.
- Safe for earthworms & bees – when used as directed, Monterey b.T. Has no effect on birds, earthworms, or beneficial insects such as honeybees or Ladybugs.
- Organic gardening – our insecticide is OMRI listed and approved for organic gardening. OMRI, the organic materials Review Institute, determines whether or not a product Qualifies as organic under the USDA’s national organic program.
- Easy to apply – product instantly mixes with water and should be applied using either a trigger spray bottle or pressure tank sprayer. Carefully read and use according to label directions.
- Power Source Type: Air Powered
Additional Info :
| Color | 16 Oz. |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 7 Inches |
| Width | 4 Inches |
| Length | 2 Inches |
| Weight | 1.2000003429148 Pounds |
- KILLS FAST: Kills mosquitoes, listed ant types, fleas and other listed insects
- QUICKFLIP HOSE-END SPRAYER: Hose-end-sprayer activates spray at the flip of a switch – just grip, flip and go
- LASTS ALL SUMMER: Controls up to 12 weeks against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs
- COVERAGE: Treats up to 5,000 square feet of lawn
- NO MIXING REQUIRED: Attach the sprayer to a garden hose to treat your lawn, landscape and outdoor surfaces where insects hide
Additional Info :
| Color | Silver Bottle |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Height | 11.5 Inches |
| Width | 2 Inches |
| Length | 5.25 Inches |
| Weight | 1.08 Pounds |