To determine the best time to apply Monterey Horticultural Oil in your area, we would advise speaking to a master gardener through your local extension office
Since Monterey Horticultural Oil is a contact kill only and does not leave a residual, it can be applied as needed when target pests are active and present with no maximum number of applications. We would recommend not applying more than once per day as needed to avoid plant injury.
Monterey Liqui-Cop does have retreatment intervals and maximum number of applications per year. Please refer to the product label for your specific treatment information.Monterey Horticultural Oil is labeled for use on citrus trees. The label states, "Oils applied after October may increase cold damage to trees."
For specific questions regarding the formulation, active ingredients or health risks when used on edibles, we would recommend contacting the manufacturer direclty. Monterey Lawn and Garden can be reached by through their website here.
Monterey Horticultural Oil its not labeled specifically for sooty mold, but according to NC Extension article: "If one of the horticultural oils is used for control, it also has the advantage of helping to loosen sooty molds from the plant surface. This hastens the weathering away of the sooty molds." it will help with any insects on the plant.
It is suggested to contact your local sanitation department for details/instructions on product disposal in your area per the product label.
For a rose application, the rate of Monterey Horticultural Oil is 2.5 to 5 tablespoons per gallon of water spraying the rose until it is wet but not dripping. You will reapply as needed. Please refer to the product label for more information.
Monterey Horticultural Oil is not specifically labeled to treat succulent plants and is only labeled for outdoor plants. Bonide Insecticidal Soap RTU would be a better option to use.
For root aphids, we would suggest using Monterey Horticultural Oil as a foliar spray application to the leaves and stems of the roses and using Dominon 2L as a systemic application to the root zone. Dominon 2L is should be applied at the rate of 0.2 oz per inch of trunk diameter for trees or per foot of shrub height for bushes. This is the most effective treatment for year round control of aphids. Please review our article on Aphid Control for more information on treating this pest. ?
Monterey Horticultural Oil cannot be used in a fogger. Essentria All Purpose may be a better product for your needs. It can be used in a fogger or sprayer and it can be used around edibles. Please refer to product label to make sure it is labeled for your target pest.
Bayer Admire Pro Systemic Protectant can be tank mixed with an organosilicone-based spray adjuvant for applications targeting aphids and whiteflies for better control.
Monterey Horticultural Oil is an insectidie only, it would but used to treat fungus like powdery mildew. Ultra-Pure Oil Horticultural Insecticide, Miticide and Fungicide would be a better option.
Yes, the Monterey Horticultural Oil is white. The active ingredient is 80% mineral oil, and it contains petroleum distillates. If you have any specific questions regarding the formulation, we would recommend contacting the manufacturer directly. Their phone number is 559-499-2100.