Bonide Systemic Rose & Flower Care
Best dual-action solution for busy gardeners seeking healthy, pest-free blooms.
Bonide Systemic Rose & Flower Care offers a dual-action solution for vibrant, healthy plants. This granular formula acts as both a fertilizer and an insecticide, feeding your roses and perennials while protecting them from common garden pests. Its systemic action ensures the insecticide is absorbed through the roots, providing up to 8 weeks of protection from a single application. Easy to use and safe for pets, this product simplifies plant care, promoting stronger blooms and healthier growth throughout the season.
$12.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
355
/ 1669
#355 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
SKU
35549
Who it's for
- Homeowners preferring mess-free application over traditional foliar sprays
- Busy gardeners wanting long-term protection with fewer applications
- Efficiency seekers looking to combine feeding and pest control
Who should skip it
- Organic growers avoiding synthetic neonicotinoids and chemicals near edibles
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing the safety of local pollinator populations
- Gardeners needing an immediate solution for active, severe infestations
Performance breakdown
Pest Protection Duration
Eight weeks of systemic coverage minimizes the need for frequent reapplication.
Application Convenience
Granular formula allows for quick, mess-free distribution around the root zone.
Dual-Action Efficiency
Combining fertilization and pest control streamlines your seasonal garden maintenance routine.
Nutrient Profile
Balanced NPK ratio supports consistent bloom development throughout the growing season.
Environmental Impact
Systemic nature and lack of organic certification limit use near beneficial insects.
Weather Resilience
Formula lacks rain resistance, requiring careful timing relative to irrigation schedules.
Key Specs
SKU
35549
Size
2 Pounds
NPK Ratio
8-12-4
Active Insecticide
0.22% Imidacloprid
Form
Granular
Special Features
Fertilizer, Soil Amendments, Soils
Application Method
Pour On
Residual Effect
56 days
Features
- Combines fertilizer and insecticide in one.
- Provides up to 8 weeks of protection.
- Systemic action protects from the roots.
- Controls a wide range of garden pests.
- Easy-to-apply granular formula.
- Safe for use around pets.
- Promotes stronger blooms and healthier growth.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Bonide Systemic Rose & Flower Care for its remarkable reliability and straightforward ease of use. Gardeners report significant improvements in plant health, noting that the product effectively controls stubborn pests like aphids and Japanese beetles for extended periods. The simple granular application process is a major selling point, eliminating the need for frequent spraying. This product is viewed as a highly effective, long term solution that delivers genuine value by protecting valuable plants with minimal effort.
Know before you buy
Once applied to the soil and watered in, the plant absorbs the insecticide through its root system. This allows the protection to circulate throughout the entire plant, defending it from pests from the inside out for up to 8 weeks.
This formula is specifically designed for roses and perennials. Because it is a systemic insecticide, it should not be used on edible plants, fruits, or vegetables.
You only need to apply this product once every 8 weeks, or 56 days, to maintain consistent protection and fertilization throughout the growing season.
Yes, the formula is designed to be safe for use around pets. However, as with any garden chemical, it is best to keep pets away from the immediate application area until the granules have been watered into the soil.
No, this product is not safe for beneficial insects. Because it is a systemic insecticide, it can be toxic to pollinators that visit the flowers, so it should be used with caution in areas where bees are active.
The product features an NPK ratio of 8-12-4. This indicates a higher concentration of phosphorus, which is specifically formulated to support robust root development and encourage stronger, more vibrant blooms.
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