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Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Earl from Mobile, Al
    02/16/2019
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    What are instructions for applying Safari through the ground on a dormant crepe myrtle ridden with hard scale?
    A

    Per the product label for Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran as a soil drench:  Field Grown (In-Ground) Trees (Less than 24” diameter at breast height) 3-12 grams (1.25-5.0 level teaspoons) per inch of trunk diameter at breast height (DBH) 1.05-4.2 ounces per 10 inches of trunk diameter at breast height (DBH) For multi-stem trees, base rate on cumulative inches of diameter of all stems at breast height.  Field Grown (In-Ground) Trees (24” diameter or greater at breast height) 6-12 grams (2.5-5.0 level teaspoons) per inch of trunk diameter at breast height (DBH) 2.1-4.2 ounces per 10 inches of trunk diameter at breast height (DBH) For multi-stem trees, base rate on cumulative inches of diameter of all stems at breast height.

    The would be diluted in at least 5-10 gallons of water. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.  

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  • Asked by Estevan from Mooresville Nc
    04/22/2019
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    How much of Safari 20 sg shoud use for a drench in potted house plants and orchids?
    I have some mandevillas potted in 5 gallon pots that have some mealy bugs. I also have some orchids with it too. I purchase the 12 ounce container of safari 20 sg but there is no instructions on how to use for container plants. Thank you.
    A

    If you follow this link and scroll to page 10 of the Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide Product Label , it has a chart and instructions for use in containerized plants. It goes over potted plants by size in inches rather than gallons so you will want to measure your plants and reference the chart for how much solution for your needs. Please let us know if you have any other questions and we would be happy to help. 

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  • Asked by John from Chelsea, Al
    05/13/2019
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    What is the ratio of Safari 20SG to water for basal trunk application?
    i just purchased some Safari 20SG from you guys and want to know how much I mix per gallon for basal trunk treatment on a Japanese Maple that is 4" in diameter at 5 feet in the air? I am trying to eliminate Cottony Maple Leaf Scales?
    A

    You would use 12 – 24 oz of Safari 20SG per gallon of water.  Depending on the bark type and thickness, one gallon of spray solution will typically cover 65-85” of cumulative trunk diameter. So to treat a tree with a 4” diameter, you would use 0.74 – 1.5 oz of Safari.

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  • Asked by Aum from Phoenixville
    08/16/2019
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    Is Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran a concentrate?
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    Yes, Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is a concentrate mixed with water as directed on the product label.

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  • Asked by Michael from Elida
    11/10/2019
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    Can Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran be used on Tilia x Mongolia Little Linden?
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    Per the Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran product label: “Do not apply this product, by any application method, to linden, basswood or other Tilia species.” Due to the sensitive nature of Linden trees, we recommend speaking with the master gardener at your local cooperative extension office to determine what products can safely be applied. 

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  • Asked by Alexander from Bronx
    01/16/2020
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    Can I use Safari 20SG for mango trees?
    A

    Safari 20SG is only labeled for non-bearing fruit trees. We do carry Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus Vegetable Concentrate that is labeled for mango trees. 

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  • Asked by Aaron from Key Largo, Fl
    08/13/2012
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    Can Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide be used on citrus trees?
    I need a good systemic for whitflies, aphids, leaf miner to be used on large citrus trees.
    A

    Safari 20SG is only labeled for use on non-bearing fruit trees. We do carry Bayer Advanced Fruit, Citrus Vegetable Concentrate that is labeled for use on citrus trees for whiteflies.

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  • Asked by Susan from Laramie, Wy
    04/29/2014
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    When is the best time to apply to the cottonwoods to kill aphids?
    We have aphid pods still left in the tops of the cotton wood trees... I want to hit this as soon as possible and get rid of the aphids.
    A
    You  can apply the Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran at any time as long as the ground is not frozen or when the plant is dormant. If you are already seeing aphid activity then you can apply right away.
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  • Asked by Dave from Boise, Idaho
    06/04/2014
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    Sensation Maple with Armored or Oyster scale
    Which product (Zylam or Safari) would work best for an armored scale or oyster shell scale on a Sensation Maple tree. Would I use either product as a drench or trunk spray? Thank you so very much for a reply!!!!!
    A
    Either product will work very well to control armored scale on your Maple tree. It would be best to use the Safari 20 SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuron as a systemic soil drench as well as a foliar spray. Please be sure to read the product label before complete use instructions. 
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  • Asked by Chris from Coronado, Ca
    10/24/2015
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    What's alternative to Safari 20SG for California?
    I've been using Safari 20SG against myaporum thrips successfully (basal trunk application), but now not shippable to CA. What effective alternate product do you recommend?
    A

    We do have various products that are labeled for thrips that can go to California. ImidaPro 4SC is a very good product that can be used as a basal trunk treatment. It is also labeled for certain edibles as well. If you would like another product that contains the active ingredient Dinotefuran, Zylam Liquid Systemic Insecticide would be a good choice and is labeled for thrips. Be sure to check the product label to be sure that it is labeled for your needs. It also comes in a soluble granule formulation, Zylam 20SG Systemic Turf Insecticide.

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  • Asked by Michele from Ogden Dunes, In
    03/26/2016
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    What is the dilution and application rate of Safari 20SG to use for soil drench for euyonymous scale on pachysandra?
    I want to apply Safari as a soil drench to a bed of pachysandra. What is the dilution and volume I should use - i.e., 3 tsp per gallon? and what volume of this dilution should I use per square foot of bed?
    A

    Per the product label for Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran on ornamental shrubs/ground covers for Euonymus scale,you would use 3 - 6 grams (1.25 - 2.5 level teaspoons) per foot of height and apply 1 - 4 pints of drench solution per foot of height.    Pull back mulch before drenching..  Adjust drench volume based on soil type, soil moisture and thickness of mulch so that product is moved into root zone.  Please refer page 11 of the product label for complete instructions.

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  • Asked by Peter from Columbia, Md
    09/08/2016
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    What's the best dosage (drench and foliar) and timing to treat woolly adelgids on an Eastern Hemlock with Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide?
    I live in Central Maryland and the Hemlock tree is about 16 feet tall. I've previously used imidacloprid (once) as a drench. Would basal bark spray application of Safari be as effective as drench?
    A

    You can apply Safari 20SG as a drench or as a basal trunk spray for woolly adelgids. Most folks will use the trunk spray for ease of application and quick uptake. You can view these instructions on page 8 of the Supplemental Label here. You would use 12 – 24 oz per gallon of water.  Depending on bark type and thickness, one gallon of spray solution will typically cover 65-85” of cumulative trunk diameter. Here is a link to an application video with Safari from the manufacturer that we recommend watching: http://www.valent.com/professional/products/safari/video.cfm 

    For foliar spray, you would use 1 tsp per gallon of water to cover about 200 square feet. 

    For the best application timing in your area, we would suggest contacting a Master Gardener.

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  • Asked by Norman from Houston. Texas
    10/15/2016
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    Will Safari 20 SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran treat scale in sago palms?
    A

    Yes, Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran, a super-systemic insecticide with quick uptake and knockdown, controls a broad spectrum of ferocious and invasive pests, including scale.  The dilution rate for a foliar spray would be 1.0 tsp per gallon of water to cover 200 sq ft. You do not need to trim infested branches unless they are so badly damaged that they cannot recover. We recommend that you speak with the manufacturer of Safari so they can provide additional treatment options and times using their product. Valent Corp 800.682.5368

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  • Asked by Jeff from Denver, Colorado
    12/15/2016
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    Can I mix 1oz Safari 20 SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran per 1 gal water to soil inject when calibrated at 1qt/ dbh for leaf beetle?
    We are tank mixing high volume and treating large trees.
    A

    We apologize, but we are not able to determine if that amount of Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is correct without knowing for sure what the height or diameter of the tree(s) being treated is. 

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  • Asked by Terry from Coloma, Mi
    03/22/2017
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    How much Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Diontefuran to mix with 1 gallon of water for white fly control in Cucumber transplants?
    A

    When using Sefari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran to treat for whiteflies on leafy vegetables you want to use it at a ratio of .16 - .25 fl oz per 1000 sq ft of coverage area. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance. 

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  • Asked by Scott from Eaton, Ohio
    04/28/2017
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    When is best time to apply Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran via trunk spray relative to oystershell scale crawlers emergence?
    A

    When using Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran to treat for oystershell scale you would want to treat when they are the most vulnerable. The most vulnerable life stage called a crawler is active from late May through early June. Please refer to the product label for the correct usage rates for your specific pest. 

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  • Asked by Ed from Ocean Springs, Ms
    09/03/2017
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    Can I use Safari 20SG on Knockout Roses?
    I'm battling a scale problem on my Knockout Roses and want to use this as a drench. Roses are about 2 ft in height. Trunk diameter is very small. Should I mix 2 tsp product per quart of water for each plant? If not how much?
    A

    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran can be applied to ornamental plants at 1.25 - 2.5 level tsps per foot of height.

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  • Asked by Jim from Wa
    09/15/2017
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    Do you know how I would mix Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran to achieve a 20% solution?
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is not mixed to get a 20% solution.  It contains 20% Dinotefuran so there are no instructions for applying at that percentage.  The rate when mixed will be lower and depends on what you are treating for and what you are treating on and is not percentage based.  Please refer to the product label for complete instructions for your need.

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  • Asked by Seth from Dallas, Tx
    02/13/2018
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    Which rate should I use for application of Safari 20SG on hedges?
    We have a 4 ft tall, 100' foot long Holly hedge composed of 40 individual plants that we would like to drench with Safari 20SG. Based on the label, the high rate for a 4' x 100' hedge is 4 oz of Safari 20SG. However, if I calculate per individual shrub within the hedge it comes out to approximately 0.85 oz per 4' Holly for a total of 34 oz for the entire hedge. Using 4 oz of product vs 34 oz of product seems dramatically different. Is this correct or am I missing something here?
    A

    We understand the different rate directions can be confusing on the Safari 20SG. You should get great results from using the higher rate under the product label directions for use on hedges. Since your hedges are in a row and so close together, some of the active ingredient from each plant's root system would reach over to the neighboring plants. So you could use the rate of 1 oz per foot of hedge height per 100 linear feet rate, which would put you at 4 oz for 100 linear feet of shrubs which is 4 feet high.

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  • Asked by Pam from Crawfordsville, In 47933
    07/10/2018
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    Does Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran kill bagworms?
    A

    Yes  Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide is labeled to kill bagworms. 

     

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