Spinosad
Best organic pest control for home vegetable and ornamental gardeners.
Protect your garden and lawn with this potent insecticide concentrate. Formulated with 0.5% Spinosad, it effectively controls a wide range of damaging pests on vegetables, fruits, citrus, lawns, and ornamental plants. It targets key insects like caterpillars, leafminers, beetles, and webworms, providing reliable protection. Easy to mix and apply with common sprayers, it's an efficient solution for maintaining healthy plants. This OMRI Listed product offers a straightforward approach to pest management for gardeners seeking effective results.
$29.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1847
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-37%
Below average
Active Ingredient
0.5
/ % Spinosad
Who it's for
- Vegetable gardeners needing short pre-harvest waiting periods
- Organic gardeners seeking powerful, naturally derived pest control
- Versatile growers managing pests across diverse garden crops
Who should skip it
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing the safety of local bee populations
- Integrated pest managers committed to preventing long-term insect resistance
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to frequent, recurring application schedules
Performance breakdown
Organic Compliance
OMRI listing ensures peace of mind for strictly organic gardening practices.
Pest Versatility
Broad-spectrum control effectively manages diverse garden threats from caterpillars to beetles.
Application Convenience
Requires manual mixing and a separate sprayer for full coverage.
Harvest Efficiency
Short one-day pre-harvest interval allows for quick return to edible crops.
Environmental Resilience
Lacks rain resistance, necessitating reapplication after wet weather conditions.
Safety Profile
Requires careful handling as it is not labeled pet or child safe.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
0.5% Spinosad
Formulation Type
Liquid Concentrate
Application Rate
4 tablespoons per gallon of water
Container Size
8 fl oz
EPA Registration Number
62719-566-7401
Re-entry Interval (REI)
4 hours
Pre-harvest Interval (PHI)
1 day
Mode of Action
Group 5
Know before you buy
Yes, it is effective on vegetables, fruits, and citrus plants. Because it is OMRI Listed, it is suitable for organic gardening, but you must observe a one-day pre-harvest interval before consuming treated produce.
The standard application rate is 4 tablespoons of concentrate per gallon of water. Ensure you mix it thoroughly in a garden sprayer before application.
You should wait at least 4 hours after application before re-entering the treated area. Please note that this product is not considered safe for pets and children while wet, so keep them away until the spray has completely dried.
Ferti-lome Spinosad is not rain-resistant. If it rains shortly after you apply the product, you may need to reapply it to ensure continued protection against pests.
This formula is designed to control a wide range of damaging insects, including caterpillars, leafminers, beetles, webworms, fleas, and ticks. It is effective against both larvae and adult life stages.
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