Anna from New York, Ny writes
The pear tree has been diseased for two years now. each spring, buds will form and fruits will develop. However, you can tell that the tree is infected by insects, and the fruits will not mature and just fall to the ground. During this time of year, the tree is already bearing fruits. Is it a good idea to spray the tree now? And if I do spray now, will the fruits on the tree edible after spraying?
Yes, it is safe to spray your pear tree with Bonide Insecticidal Soap RTU. Per the label, you must shake the conainer before using it and thoroughly spray insect pests to wetting on all plant parts, including undersides of the leaves. It is a contact spray so pests must be sprayed directly to achieve control and you can repeat treatment weekly or bi-weekl if needed. You can use Bonide Insecticidal Soap RTU on edible crops up to and including the day of harvest.
Answer last updated on: 08/30/2018
