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  • Asked by Tina from Edwardsburg, Mi
    10/23/2022
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    Is Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench able to be used on fruit trees? Is this applied once a year or when is it best to apply? Will this harm pollinators like bees?
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    Fertilome Tree & Shrub Insect Drench  is for use on outdoor trees and shrubs including listed fruit and nut trees: Apple, Loquat, Oriental Pear, Crabapple, Mayhaw Pear, Pecan, and Quince. One soil drench treatment per year during early spring to early fall is recommended for a preventative treatment program before insect damage occurs.

    Fertilome Tree & Shrub Insect Drench does take time to absorb depending on the size of the plant or tree. This can range from one week to 3 months for full absorbtion. Soil drench applications should be be done 2-3 months before the expected pest infestation you are targeting.

    Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application for your specific area.

    Pollinator Safety Information
    Please view the Protection of Pollinators Section of the product label on page 3 that advises on the risks of using this product as well as steps to take to minimize exposure of this product to bees and other pollinators.

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  • Asked by Wayne from Sanford
    10/10/2018
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    Can Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench be used on linden trees for aphids?
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    No, Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench cannot be used on linden trees.  We do offer Adonis 2F, which provides systemic control for aphids and can be used on linden trees.  

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  • Asked by Gloria from Broomfield
    07/04/2018
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    Does Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench work on the emerald ash borer?
    I have been using this product for the last four years, and I don't see any signs of the borer on my tree, unlike my neighbors.
    A

    Yes, Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is labeled for emerald ash borers.  

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  • Asked by Ed from Saint Peters
    03/07/2017
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    Will Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench help control Japanese beetles on trees?
    A

    Yes, Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can be used to help control Japanese Beetles on trees.  Please take a look at our Japanese Beetle Guide for more information on treating and preventing this pest.

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  • Asked by Dennis from Kinder Louisiana
    02/23/2014
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    Can Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench be used on fruit trees?
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    Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can be used on certain fruit trees only. You can see the full list by reading over the product label.
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  • Asked by Willie from Thibodaux, La
    03/30/2018
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    Would it be safe to eat the pecans after treating the tree in early spring with Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench?
    A

    Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is safe to be used on pecan trees up to the day of harvest.

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  • Asked by Kate from Dallas, Tex
    08/19/2013
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    Can Fertilome tree and shrub systemic be sprayed on plant leaves to kill adult male mosquitoes?
    adult male mosquitoes get their water source / food from plant leaves, will this kill them? will it last a season per spray?
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    Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled for use on mosquitoes and we do not have any research to show this type of application would be effective.

    Talstar is our most popular selling product for mosquito control.  It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water and apply using a sprayer.  You will need about 1 oz of product for every 1,000 sq ft of space you need to treat. The key is to apply it to all shrubs, trees, and other foliage around the house or patio where you are trying to provide relief.  It should be directed not only on top of the leaves and plants, but on the underside of the leaves as well which is where the mosquitoes hang out.  Talstar should be applied every 30 days for optimum control.

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    3 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Alan from Wilberforce
    08/05/2017
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    Can I use Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench for systemic use and later leaf spray fro magnolia scale?
    Other sites suggested products that contain Imidacloprid, dinotefuran, malathion, or acephate.
    A

    Yes  Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is labeled to kill scale and is safe to use on magnolia trees. You will use 1 fl. oz per inch of distance around the trunk. 

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    3 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Brent from Nampa Idaho
    09/16/2014
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    How long does it take for Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench to work?
    I purchased baby twisted locust, both infected with locust borer applied this product two weeks ago. Lots of beetles on and around the trees.
    A

    When using a systemic it does take time to translocate up the tree. You can use a foliar spray like Bifen for the time being.

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  • Asked by Glynn from 32003
    11/12/2020
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    When is the best time to apply Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench to palm trees?
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    Application timing for Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can vary depending on the target pest and region.  Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region. Utlimately, you could apply this anytime as long as the ground is not frozen or water-logged.

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  • Asked by Christine from Greenville, Sc
    06/01/2019
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    How does Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench affect the small wildlife, birds, bunnies, squirries that live in and around the trees?
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    Ferti-Lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench should not hard wildlife such as birds or squirrels if the product is used according to the label directions. Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet for complete toxicology information.

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  • Asked by Charles from Pataskala
    05/26/2019
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    Do I apply the Fertilome Tree & Shrub Systemic Insect Drench around drip line or around tree trunk?
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    Measure the distance around the tree trunk at chest height and use 1 oz. of Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench per inch of diameter in enough water to adequately disperse around the tree. Slowly pour the solution evenly around the tree. For best results, pour as close to the trunk of the tree as possible

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  • Asked by Terry from Eagan Mn
    05/18/2019
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    How often can I apply Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench?
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    Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is meant to be applied once a year. This product has enough of the active ingredient to last over the year to continue killing insects. 

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  • Asked by Maggie from Naples Fl
    05/07/2019
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    How much Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench should be used for a multiple trunk Banyan tree totaling 60
    A

    The Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench label states: TREES WITH 2 OR MORE TRUNKS: Measure the distance (in inches) around each tree trunk and add together. Multiply this total by 0.75 to get the required number of ounces of this product to apply. Example: A tree has 4 trunks. They measure 20, 10, 5 and 5 inches or a total of 40 inches, 40 X 0.75 = 30 ounces.  This would mean you would need 45 ounces of product for a multi trunk tree with a collective measurement of 60 inches. For trees with circumference greater than 50”, use 2 gallons of water, carefully measure required amount of product into bucket, and slowly pour the solution evenly around the tree. For best results, pour as close to the trunk/main stem of the tree/shrub as possible.  Lastly, fill the bucket with clean water and pour it around the trunk as well.

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  • Asked by Mary from Hopemills Nc
    06/10/2013
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    Can I use this on the lawn to kill june, japanese and black grass beetles/grubs?
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    Fertilome Tree and insect drench is a great insectide. However, to treat the beetles and many other insects in your lawn we recommend using Talstar P. Talstar P would be a great product for you to use for thebeetles  and the other insects on your property. Talstar P can be used in your yard, around the perimeter of your home and also inside your home when needed and it is safe for use around pets. Since grubs live underground they must be treated with a product that will target them where they live. We do have several products that are specifically labeled for grub worms on our website: Grub Worm Control. We also recommend that you contact your local cooperative extension office and inquire about the best time to start treatments for grubs in your region.

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  • Asked by Penny from Litchfield Park, Az
    09/01/2018
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    Is Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench dangerous to my dog after treatment?
    He likes to dig sometimes.
    A

    You will want to keep the dog from the area where Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench was applied until the product is fully dry in the soil.  Once dry it is safe for the dog to return to the area.  

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  • Asked by Ray from Kissimmee, Fl
    08/31/2018
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    Is Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench effective against Asian Cycad Scale?
    A

    Ferti-lome Tree & Shrub Insect Drench is labeled for suppression of armored scale. 

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  • Asked by Forgottenvet from Bentonville, Ar
    06/17/2018
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    What makes Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic so effective?
    Just what is it that Makes this drench so Good? I 've used it on our Red Bud and Ash tree for years. Both are doing Great, No more baag worms, no more Tree borers(in the ash tree). This spring was the first time used on rose bush's, hedge bush's, azalea's and Everything that got a dose is doing 50% better. So,what is in Drench that makes it So Good as i know its Got to be more than Just a systemic insecticide. Thank You for a Great product.
    A

    Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is a highly effective insecticide drench because of how it works within the plants themselves.  It moves down through the soil after application, where it is absorbed by the roots of the plant or tree. Once absorbed, it moves up through the tree or shrub providing year-long insect protection.  This differs from a foliar application because the residual is far longer. 

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  • Asked by Pat from Cincinnati, Oh
    03/24/2017
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    Can Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench be used on a small Korean Cherry tree?
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    Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled to be used on Korean Cherry trees. You may want to consider using Monterey Fruit Tree & Vegetable Systemic Soil Drench instead, which is labeled for cherry trees. 

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  • Asked by Connie from Kevil, Ky
    04/23/2017
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    What works for worms on pecan trees?
    A

    Malathion would be a great product for worms on pecan trees. 

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