You would use 1.5 to 2 oz of Bonide Systemic Insect Control per gallon of water, and apply to ornamental/non bearing cherry trees as a foliar spray.
Bonide Systemic Control can be applied as directed on the label for Roses, Flowers, Ornamentals, Shrubs and Shade Trees.
You will mix 3 Tbs (1 ½ fl oz) of Bonide Systemic Insect Control per gallon of water for a foliar application on trees and ornamental plantings for listed targeted pests.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled to be used as a soil drench, it must be applied as a foliar spray. It is a foliar absorbed systemic insecticide.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control should be applied upon first evidence of insects no matter if it has leaves or not. Ideally you would not want to make an application when the plant is actively blooming to reduce risk of harm to beneficial insects.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled for use on blooming crops or weeds, and is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or residues. You may wish to contact the manufacturer Bonide directly at 315-736-8231, or here for additional product questions and concerns.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is highly toxic to bees and other pollinators that are exposed to direct treatment or residues on blooming plants or weeds.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is labeled for outdoor residential areas only. It can be applied to roses, flowers, ornamentals, shrubs and shade trees. We do carry Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules that can be applied to houseplants. Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions.
Reapplication times for Bonide Systemic Insect Control can vary depending on the target pest. Per the product label: Spray when insects are present or when feeding injury is first noticed. For hard to kill insects, such as flower thrips, gladiolus thrips, mealybugs, scales, two-spotted spider mites, and whiteflies, spray 2 to 3 times, waiting 7 to 10 days between each application. Repeat if re-infestation occurs.
Special instructions:
For Obscure Root Weevil (Adults): Spray foliage in late spring as soon as feeding is noticed (usually about April). Repeat every 4 weeks through September. (Mid-July through August are the peak feeding times.)
For Black Vine Weevil: Spray foliage and soil beneath plants. Begin applications in mid-June. Spray 4 times, waiting 3 weeks between each application.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not specifically labeled to target gnats. You can use Talstar instead. It is labeled for gnats and can be used on ornamentals.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled for assassin bugs. Bifen IT is a great product and should absolutely control the kissing/assassin bug and any other insects in the area. You will not normally find that pest listed on any label as its a very specific species that does not affect all areas so only the most common found pest that affect a larger population will normally be listed on product labels in the industry.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled for use on lawns.
Yes, Bonide Systemic Insect Control is labled for listed insects on ornamentals including plumbago. You would use 1 - 2 oz. per gallon water.
There are no temperature restrictions when applying Bonide Systemic Insect Control, however, it is always recommended to apply early in the morning or later in the evening so as to not be applying the product in direct sunlight or when temperatures are at their hottest during the day.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is mixed at the rate of 1-2 oz. per gallon of water depending on what you are treating for. Please see the product label for complete application instructions.
For maximum effectiveness, Bonide Systemic Insect Control should be applied when rain is not expected within 24 hours after application.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled to be used on potted plants. A better option would be the Bonide Systemic Granules. These are granules that are sprinkled over the soil and watered in. For a 6 inch pot, you would use 2.5 tablespoons of product.
In general, mites on ornamental plants cannot be treated using systemic insecticides. Bonide Systemic Insect Control contains the active ingredient acephate, so it is labeled for two-spotted spider mites only when applied as a topical spray. Per the product label: Spray when insects are present or when feeding injury is first noticed. For hard to kill insects, such as flower thrips, gladiolus thrips, mealybugs, scales, two-spotted spider mites, and whiteflies, spray 2 to 3 times, waiting 7 to 10 days between each application. Repeat if re-infestation occurs.
You can browse other products for spider mites here. To avoid mite resistance, you should rotate between at least 2 products with different modes of action if you need to treat more than 2-3 times in a row.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is mixed at 1-2 oz. per gallon of water.
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is not labeled to be used on potted plants. A better option would be the Bonide Systemic Granules. These are granules that would be sprinkled over the soil and watered in. For an 8 inch pot, you would use 5 tbsp. of product
Bonide Systemic Insect Control is safe for rhododendron applications when treating for two-spotted spider mites. Keep in mind that this product will only suppress this pest. For severe infestations, you may consider a miticide such as Avid.
