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.
Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control is labeled specifically for roses, flowers and shrubs. For more specific information regarding your orchids, you may contact the manufacturer at (315) 736-8231. 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.
The labeled rates of Bonide Systemic Granules Insect Control are dependent on the size of the container plant. Please see the labeled rates for your specific plants.
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 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.
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 Granules Insect Control should be safe to use on ferns when applied as directed on the product label.
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.
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 would be good to use for aphids on houseplants.
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.
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.