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 Granules Insect Control are safe for use on ornamental plants, such as the ficus benjamina. This product can be used in potted plants for long lasting insect control.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is applied dry only and then watered in. If you want a liquid version you can use the Bonide Systemic Houseplant Insect Control.
The Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control should be applied directly to the soil and then watered in, according to the product label. You should not try to dilute these granules and then apply them as a spray. The Bonide Systemic Insect Control concentrate is to be diluted with water and applied as a folar spray, however this product contains acephate and should not be used on houseplants or other containerized plants. We do sell Bayer Advanced Natria Insect, Disease, and Mite Control which is a ready-to-use spray that can be used on houseplants.
Southern Ag Natural Pyrethrin Concentrate is labeled for gnats. We would suggest that you treat the indoor plants with a product that we have called Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules. They work great on indoor houseplants for treating this insect and last up to 8 weeks. Please refer to the product label for specific application instructions.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can last up to 8 weeks so should not be applied more often that than.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control should not harm hummingbirds (or any other birds) as long as you do not perform the application when hummingbirds or other birds are present. Avoid applications when bees are foraging also.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control should be safe to use on ferns when applied as directed on the product label.
Yes, Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control can be used indoors to help control labeled targeted pests such as Fungus gnats. Please be sure to read and follow the product label for best results.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is not labeled for spider mites so would not be recommended. Please see out Spider Mite Control page which lists products and an article on spider mite treatment. Talstar is one of the best products for treating spider mites.
The Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control need to be applied directly to the soil and then watered in; it cannot be diluted and water and then applied. If the plants are so crowded in the pots that you cannot reach the soil, then you may need to repot your plants so they can have enough space to grow and enough soil to get the nutrients they need. Keep in mind that fungus gnats will breed in soil that is overly moist, so be sure to let your plants drain and to refrain from overwatering.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is safe for flowers to treat mealybugs if used as directed on the product label if you are treating shrubs or containerized plants.
We would suggest that you treat indoor plants with a product like Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules. They work great on indoor houseplants for treating this insect and last up to 8 weeks. Please refer to the product label for specific application instructions.
Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules are an excellent option for plants in a container and is labeled for aphids. Please refer to the label for specifics on how much product should be used. Be sure to avoid over-watering plants to help decrease the population of these insects.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is a granular product that is watered into the soil so roots uptake the product and it provides systemic insect control for numerous insects, including aphids. It is not a product that is used as a foliar spray.
Yes, the Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control would kill ladybus or lacewigs if they contacted the treated plant.