Dorothea from Richmond writes
I am concerned about the product harming the beneficial insects in my yard and they are telling me that with the concentration they use it will be safe. Your page says it kills bees if they land on a treated area and that it will kill crickets and ladybugs as well. I don't mind the spiders. Mosquitos are my big problem. Are they telling me the truth?
Essentria IC3 Insecticide Concentrate even though being a natural botanical insecticide is labeled to kill bees, crickets, ladybugs, and many other insects therfore they were to contact the treated surface, they could be impacted. Application rates range from 0.5 fl oz ot 6 fl oz per gallon of water. For mosquitoes, the recommended application rate is 1 to 3 fl oz per gallon of water.
Mavrik Perimeter would be an alternative option for targeting mosquitoes around the exterior periemeter of the home and safe for honey bees. Please view the product label for more information.
Answer last updated on: 07/19/2022
