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Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules are convenient, ready to use granules that provide effective, long lasting insect control for up to 8 weeks. Excellent for indoor houseplant use, no odor, no spray, no mess formula. Kills tough houseplant pests like fungus gnats, mealybugs, whiteflies, thrips, and aphids. Systemic action is absorbed through the roots and moves throughout the plant and even protects new growth. For use on flowers, roses, shrubs and containerized plants.
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | Imidacloprid 0.22% |
|---|---|
| Target pests | Adelgids, aphids, armored scales suppression, fungus gnat larvae, Japanese beetle adults, lace bugs, leaf beetles, elm leaf beetles, viburnum leaf beetles, lily leaf beetles, leafhoppers, glassy winged sharpshooter, leafminers, birch leafminers, boxwood leafminers, mealybugs, pine tip moth larvae, plants bugs, psyllids, root weevil larvae, black vine weevil larvae, sawfly larvae, soft scales, lobate lac scales, thrips, whiteflies, wihte grub larvae, chafers, European chafers, Oriental beetle, asiatic garden beetle |
| For use in |
Houseplants, Flowers, Roses and Shrubs * See label for complete list |
| Application | * See label for complete application instructions |
| Pet safe | Yes, if used as directed on Label |
| NOT FOR SALE TO |
CA AZ, CO, CT, MA, MD, ME, NJ, NV. RI, VT (Restricted To Licensed Applicators Only) |
| Shipping Weight | 1.21 lbs |
| Manufacturer | Bonide |
| UPC | 037321009528 |
| EPA Registration | 53883-217-4 |
Bonide Systemic Granules Work for me
By Madsen on 10/24/2011
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While I did see an upsurge in the number of gnats right after applying the granules (presumably due to the thorough watering that's required to dissolve the granules) I haven't seen any larvae in my plants and I had a lot before, so once the adult gnats die, I expect to be rid of the problem.
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Questionable Mealybug Control
By Mari on 12/04/2011
Good service from Do My Own Pest Control. However, I applied the granules to houseplants that had evidence of mealybugs...infestation was caught early and wasn't overwhelming. Plants were washed, allowed to dry, sprayed topical insecticide AND applied Bonide Systemic Granules according to label directions. Within a week of the procedure, the little buggers are back on the same plants. Repeating treatment but if it doesn't work, I'd give a "zero" stars rating to Bonide systemic granules. Have used other brands of systemics with success.
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Using Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control
By Cindy on 11/02/2011
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I utilized the Bonide product two weeks ago for all my houseplants. WE had a house full of gnats from presumably one houseplant that had been given to me and was infested with the gnats! Then, of course, all the plants were soon infested with the gnats! I treated the plants per the product's instructions and have not seen a gnat in over a week! I was also impressed that I received free shipping; I received the product from Georgia in a matter of a few days-we live in Colorado! I will certainly order from your company again if needed. Thanks, Cindy
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Bonide Systemic Granules Work!!!
By Mike on 12/11/2015
Gnat infestation in house plants
By Pat on 03/29/2014
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The tree is 4ft wide and 6.5ft tall. It is in 19 inches x 15 inches of soil. If I can use this, how much will it take to treat each time?
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can be used on potted plants, including houseplants if used as directed on the product label. Please find a rate chart on the product label for the amount of product per plant or container. For example, you will use 2.5 tsp of Bonide Systemic Insect Control Granules for a 4 inch houseplant.
I have a Brugmansia (angel's trumpet) growing in a 10 gallon container and it's getting eaten by cucumber beetles and something else, leaves and flowers are being destroyed, also the bottom leaves are starting to turn yellow no matter what I do, I suspect the beetles brought in some other disease, how much granules do I use for a 10 gallon container? the brugmansia is 45 inches tall from top of the soil to top of the plant.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is applied at a rate of 1/3 cup to 2-gallon containers. For a 10-gallon container, you would need 1 and 2/3 cups. Please refer to the product label for complete instructions.
I've had spider mites & other insects I cant identify, I've sprayed & sprayed with no control, now my plants are covered in clear worms, which I assume are nematodes. I've already lost 5 plant & can't loose more
The Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control are not specifically labeled for nematode control, but most broad spectrum insecticides can be used to control them. If spider mites and similar pests have been a consistent issue, a systemic root/soil treatment with these granules would help provide a more consistent form of protection and control on the plant through the year/growing season. If you are spraying only with things like neem oil and they are not working, you may need to take the plants outside and spray them with a residual insecticide such as Talstar that lasts for 30 days, in addition to the systemic treatment. Talstar should also help with nematodes for most situations. Neither of these products should be used on edible vegetation.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control are not labeled for millipedes. Here are the products we carry labeled for millipedes
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Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control should have no effect if you over applied but that would also depend on how much was overused. The granules do need to be mixed into the top 2 inches of the soil and then watered in.
Please view the product label for additonal information.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can be used on Houseplants, Flowers, Roses and Shrubs.Per the Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control label, for a 1 gallon containerized plant/size you'll use 2.5 tablespoons, for a 2 gallon you'll use 1/3 cup and for a 3 gallon you'll use ½ cup. If the container/plant is bigger or you need more detailed instructions, you may also contact the manufacturer, Bonide, at 1-315-736-8231.
Bonide Systemic Houseplant Insect Control is only labeled for use on houseplants.
I have a bougenvillia tree that has aphids and a ficus tree with scale. Neither of these look majorly infested. Both of them are kept indoors and I have had them for 40 years. Do you imagine that 1 systemic treatment would solve the problem or would I have do something else? They are too large and heavy to take outdoors.
I used the product as instructed: mixed it into the top soil of all my house plants, watered thoroughly, and left alone. Now, about a week later, I see tiny little gnat larvae crawling on the edge of my pots and in the soil. Do I treat again? Water? I am afraid to give the soil any extra moisture because that's how they thrive, and I don't want to kill my house plants. Thank you!
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can only be applied once every 8 weeks. If you are seeing some activity, they are coming in contact with the treated area and will eventually die. The product is working, it just takes some time.
For a 3 gallon container plant, you will use ½ cup of Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control.
Please refer to the chart on page 5 of the product label for more information.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can be used outdoors to treat shrubs. Per the product label, you would need to apply evenly 1/2 cup per foot of plant height and water the application thoroughly.
The Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is made on a clay based carrier for the ingredients. Often fuzzy growth will start when there is excess moisture in the soil or on the top of the soil where the granules are sitting, causing little fungal growths. This can also often happen if they are fertilized regularly or over fertilized and the nutrients the plants cannot take up sit on the soil surface and being to grow into algae and fungus.
According to the instructions on the bottles Product Label, it states for containerized plants this product should be incorporated into the top 1-2 inches of soil before being watered in, and for flower beds or shrub it can be sprinkled on just the surface. Try drying your soil/plants out a little as the label does state to not have the soil too wet over the first 10 days to ensure proper absorption of the chemical.
Outdoor plants have mealybugs, I don't want them to spread to my indpor plants. How long after applying should I waot before bringing the plants in?
You will need to give it some time for the Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control to be absorbed through the roots and translocate through the plant. It will depend on the size of the plant. We would recommend waiting at least 7 days before bringing the plants inside.
For a foliar insecticide treatment in addition to the systemic granules, we would recommend Talstar P at the mix rate of 0.25 to 0.5 fl oz per gallon of water. Spray the foliage of the plants and allow the application to fully dry before bringing them back inside (typically a couple hours). Please view the product label for more information.
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When I use Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control for the tiny flies around my plants my plant soil molds. Has anyone else had this happen or know why this might be happening.
We have not heard of this issue when using Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control. Mold is a moisture issue, and in the soil it would be more like some type of algae typically. The granules also could be on a clay type material carrier, so sometimes that will not break down fully and can leave a white "moldy" look on the surface. We recommend you reach out to the manufacturer to see if they have some more insight.
Bonide- (315) 736-8231
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Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can be used on houseplants per the manufacturer following the container plant instructions on the product label. If preferred, indoor plants can be moved outside for the application and once the soil has dried then moved back indoors.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control
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