How frequently you may need to use Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate will depend on the specific pest you are treating. You can refer to the charts on the product label for retreatment and pre-harvest intervals. If you would like to tell us more about the specific pest and/or plants you are treating, then we can make a more detailed recommendation for you.
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.
While Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is all-natural, it is not officially OMRI certified. We do carry Monterey Garden Insect Spray which also contains Spinosad and is OMRI certified.
No, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled for bananas. We would recommend using Conserve SC. This product is safe for use on bananas and is labeled for various types of insects. Please check out the label for harvest times.
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.
No, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled for aphids.
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled for any type of mites on lawns. You should use Bifen IT with a surfactant such as DyneAmic to control mites in the lawn. The product label also recommends irrigating the lawn with .25 inch of water after the application for lawn infesting insects.
When using Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate you can use it under your tree to treat for caterpillars as long as you cover the pond, and leave it covered until all the treated foilage has time to dry. Per the manufacturer the residual left on that foiliage or the pest that come in contact with it would not harm your fish should any of it fall into the pond after the treated area has dried.
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled for and, therefore, will not be effective as a soil drench. To treat for thrips using Captain Jacks, you will apply the product as a spray to get thorough coverage on the target plants. Captain Jacks should not be used for mite control except certain stages of spider mites only since the active ingredient is only effective for pests that will ingest it. You can view our other miticides here.
According to the Captain Jack Deadbug Brew label: The addition of a non-ionic surfactant at 0.1% v/v has been shown to enhance control in spider mites (follow surfactant manufacturer's label instructions)
For other insects and the benefits of using a surfactant along with Captain Jack Deadbug Brew label, we would recommend contacting Bonide directly at 315-736-8231
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate can be reapplied 7 to 10 days after first application per the product label.
No, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate not recommended to mix any insecticide with peroxide as it will compromise the effectiveness of the active ingredient Spinosad .5%.
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.
While the products could be used one after the other, applying Neem Oil (which is a suffocant) over surfaces treated with Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate (which works by ingestion) would null the Captain Jacks as insects would die faster and not be able to ingest it. We would recommend waiting 7 days to apply Neem.
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 product label.
16 oz of Spray Solution - .25 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew
32 oz of Spray Solution - .5 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew
Gallon of Spray Solution: 2 fl oz of Capt Jacks Deadbug Brew
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not likely to harm plants if mixed/diluted and applied according to the instructions on the product label. If you feel you have done this, we would recommend that you contact the manufacturer directly for assistance. The manufacturer is Bonide and they can be reached at 315-736-8231.
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled to be used for slugs. We recommend you look at the Bonide Bug and Slug Bait. One pound of Bonide Bug & Slug Bait will protect up to 2,000 sq. ft. for up one month. Slugs and snails will die in 3 to 6 days and will many times travel to hidden areas to die.
Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled to treat for Scale. Sevin Concentrate would be a better option it's labeled for Scale on Azaleas.
Yes, Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is labeled for use on apples. The product can be used up to 8 times a year. It is recommended to wait at least 10 days before reapplying. This product can be used up until 7 days before harvest.
Although Captain Jacks Deadbug Brew Concentrate is not labeled to control earthworms it could harm them if the contact a treated surface/area. That being said earthworms are pretty protected due to the mucus on their bodies so might not be effected by it.
