Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Kathy from Raleigh,nc
    03/25/2013
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    Is Capt Jacks Dead Bug Brew safe to use in a vegetable garden? Pole and bush beans, cauliflower, peas, carrot.
    I have 4 raised beds and have had trouble with white flies and afids. Once weakened the bright and fungus sets in.
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew can be used in a vegetable garden on the

    listed crops only but is not labeled for whitefly or aphid infestations. Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be sprayed on the types of vegetables you are growing.

    Monterey Fruit Tree & Vegetable Systemic would be a better choice as it is labeled for most vegetables and it is labeled to control aphids and whiteflies.

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    28 of 32 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by A. from Ashland, New Hampshire 03217
    06/02/2015
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    Does Capt. Jacks Deadbug Ready Spray kill the good bugs like bumble bees, ladybugs, etc... ?
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate  could kill beneficial insects that come in contact with it.
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    28 of 34 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John from Stillmore
    11/05/2016
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    How much Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew Concentrate do you use in a 2 gallon sprayer for mustard greens?
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    The mixing ratio of Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is 2 fl oz per gallon of water. You will use 4 fl oz in 2 gallons of water. This product can be used up until the day before harvest. 

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    27 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bertie from Beaumont,tx
    08/11/2014
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    How much Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate do I spray on fruit trees? I lost the instructions.
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    Most applications of Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate require 2 fl oz per 1,000 sq ft. Please refer to the product label for specific mixing and application instructions.
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  • Asked by Donald from Ocean Pines
    04/30/2018
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    Can I use Captain Jacks to control thrips on Roses? Can you provide details for use?
    I had a nurseryman recommend Spinosad for control of thrips on roses.
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    Yes, you can use Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate to control thrips on roses.  Per the product label, you will use 2 oz. per gallon of water, (or 0.5 oz per quart, or 0.25 oz per pint) and spray to the point of runoff.  Be sure to cover upper and lower leaf surfaces.  

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    24 of 26 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Laurie from Kennett Square, Pa
    10/02/2017
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    What is the shelf life of Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate?
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    The shelf life of Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is 3-5 years if stored at room temperature.

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    23 of 25 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ruth from Mackinac Island, Mi
    04/29/2015
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    I work at a butterfly house. Our garden has all sorts of pests ranging from mealy bugs to spider mites. Will C
    We have been trying to find organic pesticides that only harm pests. Safer has been our go to option but does not deliver the results that we expect. Captain Jacks was recommended to us by farmers.
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    Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew is labeled for treating spider mites and many other listed insects. It doesn't not specifically list mealybugs but you can contact Bonide (315-736-8231) to see if it will be effective. Captain Jack's is also suggested for organic gardening.
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    22 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ronald from Belpre,ohio 45714
    08/15/2013
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    What to use for worms in peaches?
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    Control is three-pronged. Sprays of dormant oil like HI Yield Dormant Oil, narrow range oil or pesticides formulated with spinosad ( Captian Jacks Deadbug Brew) while the peach trees are in their dormant stage should be followed by sprays in early spring that target the larvae. A spray of spinosad or Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) while the tree is in bloom is effective on young larvae. A second spray of Bt is normally performed within 10 days of the first. Spinosad, Bt or carbaryl may be sprayed after bloom. Follow label directions carefully.
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    21 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Misty from Moscow
    05/12/2019
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    Does Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate harm birds?
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    No, according to the manufacturer, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate will not harm birds.  

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    21 of 23 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sarah
    02/14/2017
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    How does the chemical composition of Captain Jack's Deadbug brew aid in killing the pest in question?
    If Captain jack's deadbug brew is a contact killer, how does it disrupt the metabolic processes within the pest in order to neutralize it? Does is have to do with the pH, polarity, or simply the composition of the compound?
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    When target pests ingest or simply come into contact with the active ingredient in Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate, Spinosad, it causes rapid excitation of that insect's nervous system. It will then die within one to two days. Spinosad is valued as an active ingredient in part because it has little effect on non-target predatory pests.

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  • Asked by Jim from Springfield
    06/12/2017
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    How soon after spraying Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew can I harvest green beans?
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is only labeled to be used on succulent and dried beans listed on the product label.  It is not labeled to be used on green beans so would not be recommended at all.

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  • Asked by Jen from Embden
    08/02/2018
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    Does Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate wash off in the rain?
    How often do I apply if it rains every other day?
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    While the product is rainfast after 6 hours, tt is best to apply products like Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate when rain is not expected within 24 hours after application.  The number of applications vary based on what you’re spraying it on, please refer to the product label for further clarification.

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  • Asked by Susy from Santa Rosa
    03/15/2018
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    Is it safe to use Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate around cats?
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    Areas that have been treated with Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate are pet safe once dry. You want to make sure pets are not in the area during treatment.

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  • Asked by Laura
    06/05/2017
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    Why can't you store diluted Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate from one season to the next? Is it harmful to plants/humans?
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    Once Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew Concentrate has been mixed into solution, it must be used or discarded within 24 hours.  Concentrated insecticides will begin to break down and separate over time, which can cause a sprayer to clog or otherwise damage the sprayer.  We recommend mixing a gallon at a time and discarding left over solution by pouring the solution on the ground next to the foundation of the house.

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  • Asked by Tina from Red Bluff, Ca
    09/29/2018
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    How much Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate do I use in a 32 fl oz spray bottle?
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew is labeled to be used on outdoor ornamentals. Mix the amount of this product specified per pint, quart or gallon of spray and uniformly spray foliage to point of runoff. Uniform coverage of  upper and lower leaf surfaces is essential for effective insect control. See table below or on page 3 of the product label.

    16 oz of Spray Solution - 0.25 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew

    32 oz of Spray Solution - 0.5 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew

    1 Gallon of Spray Solution: 2 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew

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  • Asked by Jan from Rockledge, Fl
    10/29/2016
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    Will Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate kill aphids?
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    No, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled for aphids. 

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  • Asked by John from Magna
    03/27/2018
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    Will Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate hurt dogs
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is safe around dogs when used as directed.  Pets should be out of the treatment area until dry.

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  • Asked by John from Middleville, Michigan
    08/02/2016
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    Why should I only use Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concetrate six times a year?
    The label on Captain Jacks Deadbug says not to use it more than six times a year. Why not? Don't I need to reapply every time it rains to keep the moths away from my broccoli plants?
    A

    The maximum number of applications per year for products such as Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is determined by the manufacturer and testing regarding what is safe and most effective for application for the listed plants. Using more applications could be ineffective due to a buildup of insect resistance, or it could be unsafe. We always recommend to follow the exact instructions on the product label since this has been tested and approved as the best use.

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  • Asked by Wendy from Plymouth, Ma
    05/29/2018
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    If birds eat the worms I'm trying to get rid of using Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate, will they be harmed?
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    The small amount of Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate product needed to kill tiny insects would not be enough to harm a bird if they were to ingest a worm that would have contacted the product. 

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  • Asked by George from Douglaston, Ny
    07/12/2018
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    What is a safe temperature to use Captain Jack's ?
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    Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate can be used in temperatures up to 85 degrees.  We suggest applying this product earlier in the morning or later in the evening during the summer months.  

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