BONIDE Thuricide Liquid Concentrate
Best organic solution for gardeners managing caterpillars on edible crops.
Effectively manage destructive worms and caterpillars in your garden with BONIDE Thuricide Liquid Concentrate. This easy-to-mix formula is ideal for organic gardening and can be applied right up to harvest day. It's safe for beneficial insects like honeybees and ladybugs, as well as birds and earthworms. Use it on a variety of plants including fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees for comprehensive pest control.
$19.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1680
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-55%
Below average
Active Ingredient
Spinosad
/ Spinosad
Who it's for
- Vegetable gardeners harvesting produce frequently throughout the season
- Eco-conscious gardeners protecting pollinators and beneficial insects
- Organic growers requiring OMRI-listed pest management solutions
Who should skip it
- Farmers dealing with diverse infestations like aphids or beetles
- Gardeners needing immediate knockdown of active infestations
- Busy growers unable to manage frequent reapplication schedules
Performance breakdown
Organic Compatibility
Certified for organic gardening with no synthetic chemical residue concerns.
Target Specificity
Eliminates destructive larvae while sparing essential pollinators like honeybees.
Harvest Flexibility
Zero-day pre-harvest interval allows for immediate consumption after application.
Mixing Convenience
Liquid concentrate formula blends quickly into water for rapid deployment.
Application Versatility
Protects everything from delicate vegetable crops to large shade trees.
Equipment Requirement
Requires a separate sprayer to achieve proper coverage on foliage.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
Spinosad
Formulation
Liquid Concentrate
Container Size
8 oz
Application Rate
Mix 1/2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water
Use Sites
Fruits, Nuts, Vegetables, Ornamentals, Shade Trees
Pre-Harvest Interval
Can be used up to the day of harvest
Application Method
Concentrate, Requires Sprayer
Target Life Stage
Larvae
Features
- Controls destructive worms and caterpillars
- Suitable for organic gardening
- Apply up to day of harvest
- Safe for beneficial insects
- Easy to mix liquid concentrate
- Effective on fruits and vegetables
- For use on ornamentals and trees
What customers say
Thuricide is highly effective at eliminating destructive caterpillars and loopers, safeguarding vegetables and ornamentals. Gardeners value its biological control, which specifically targets pests without harming beneficial insects like bees and butterflies. This product offers excellent value, as a little concentrate covers a lot of ground, making it an economical choice for organic pest management. Its reliability as a targeted treatment is a significant advantage for maintaining a healthy garden throughout the season.
Know before you buy
No, Thuricide is specifically formulated to be safe for beneficial insects like honeybees and ladybugs, as well as birds and earthworms, when used as directed.
You can apply this concentrate right up to the day of harvest. There is no waiting period required between application and picking your produce.
This product is designed to control destructive worms and caterpillars in their larval stage. It is effective on a wide range of plants, including fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees.
Yes, because this is a liquid concentrate, you will need to mix it with water and use a garden sprayer to apply it to your plants.
Yes, BONIDE Thuricide is certified for use in organic gardening, making it a suitable choice for those maintaining an organic landscape or vegetable patch.
The application rate is 1/2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water. Always refer to the product label for specific mixing instructions based on the type of plant you are treating.
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