Prevention is the key in ensuring your trees will not succumb to the emerald ash borer. Please contact your local extension office to check if you are in the risk zone for this pest.
The mixing ratio is 0.1 to 0.4 fl. oz. of Mallet 2F T&O Insecticide per inch of trunk diameter. For the 40" diameter tree, you will use 4-16 fl. oz. per 10-15 gallons of water.
The application instructions for Mallet 2F T&O Insecticide will vary depending on what you are treating for.
Areas that have been treated with
The rates for Mallet 2F will vary depending on what you are treating for and where you will be treating.
According to the manufacturer, the amount of water is dependent upon the type of equipment being used for soil injection, how much psi is being used to inject the mixed solution, and how saturated or unsaturated the soil is. If the soil is dry, it is recommended to wet the area to be treated
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There should not be any issues mixing an insecticide like Mallet 2F with a fungicide such as Daconil as long as you are using the correct rates for each product and following the more restrictive label when mixing products. We recommend doing a small jar test for compatability before mixing a large tank.
Generally, you may not want to mix herbicides and insecticides since they may not be labeled for use in the same areas.
Depending onwhat you are treating for
Mallet 2F T&O Insecticide would not be effective at targeting diseases, but you could consider using Monterey Garden Phos Systemic Fungicide, which is labeled for root rot on avocado trees.