Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Fred from Gilbertville
    05/03/2016
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    How much Safari 20SG do I add to a 1 gal sprayer to do a bark treatment?
    treating walnut hull maggots on black walnuts.
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    Safari 20SG is only labeled for non-bearing nut trees and does not have labeling for walnut maggots. For other bark applications, the amount of product you need will depend on the size of the tree. Page 14 of the product label has instructions on this application. We would suggest contact your local Cooperative Extension office for assistance with this pest.

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  • Asked by Patrick from Cincinnati, Oh
    06/02/2016
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    What is the calculation of Drench Volumes and Concentrations for Safari?
    I was recommended by an arborist to use Safari to do a drench for an aphid infestation on some large (10' dia. trunk) oak trees on my property. I have not been able to figure out how to calculate the proper volumes/concentrations from the label PDF file found on line. Can you give some guidance on how to calculate the proper amount and concentrations based on tree trunk diameter?
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    The mixing ratio for Safari is 1.25 - 5.0 level teaspoons per inch of the trunk diameter at breast height. For your tree, you will use 12.5-50 level teaspoons. This needs to be mixed in between 10-15 gallons of water to ensure that the product gets into the roots of your tree.

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  • Asked by Tommie from Houston, Tx
    06/24/2016
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    How much Safari 20SG do I use to treat a 6 - 7 foot azalea bush for white lace azalea bugs?
    It is located in a flower bed.
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    The Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide product label recommends using 1.0 - 2.1 ounces per 10 feet of height. When applied to the soil, Safari 20 SG Insecticide is taken up by actively growing trees and shrubs. Speed of control will be dependent on plant size, plant health, environmental conditions and how actively pests are feeding. In actively growing plants, control may be evident within 1 - 3 weeks after application depending on plant size. Time applications to coincide with when most vulnerable pest life stage is present on plants. Control may be less effective when applied to dry, saturated, or frozen soil, or at times when plants are not actively taking up water from soil. If possible, irrigate dry soils 1 - 3 days before application, or apply irrigation within 3 days after application. Heavy rainfall or inadequate irrigation immediately following application may decrease performance. Use higher labeled rates for broadleaf evergreens with dense foliage (ex. hollies), and with very large trees.  Mix required dose in water and uniformly apply to soil around base of shrub or tree. Pull back mulch before drenching. Apply 1 - 4 pints of drench solution per foot of height (shrubs) or inch of trunk diameter (trees). Adjust drench volume based on soil type, soil moisture and thickness of mulch so that product is moved into root zone. To enhance soil penetration in heavy soils and sloping terrain, dig shallow holes around tree or shrub, and apply drench solution in holes. Lower drench volumes may be less effective in dry soils or when applied over heavy mulch unless there is adequate rainfall or irrigation after application to move product into root zone. Please be sure to read the full Product Label for complete use instructions.

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  • Asked by Cary from Milton, Fl
    10/09/2016
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    Will Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide work for scale on sago palms?
    Do I need to prune all the branches off?
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    Safari Insecticide, 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 Craig from Williamsport, Pa
    10/31/2016
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    What is the best time of year to apply Safari 20 SG as a trunk spray for Hemlock Adelgids in northern PA?
    I want to avoid impacting the bees while still being most effective for the trees. Also, would you please confirm the proper mix ratio?
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    Per page 9 of the Safari 20SG supplemental label for basal trunk spray the rate will vary depending on your dilution rate.  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. 

    This article from the Penn State Extension has excellent tips and information about the life cycle of this complex pest. We recommend contacting your County Extension Office for specific timing recommendations.

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  • Asked by Mitchell from Bradenton
    03/17/2017
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    Will Safari 20 SG Systemic Insecticde with Dinotefuran kill Palm Leaf Skeletonizer on a infected Reclinata Palm?
    If so which method of application do you recommend most effective? FYI: I have tried Imidacloprid root drench multiple times without any success.
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    Unfortunately, there isn't much research out there done on this type of issue with palm trees, and Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is not labeled to treat for skeletizer. They are considered leafminers, and it is labeled to treat for that. If an imidacloprid product did not work you could certainly try the Safari to see if it might however, we can't guarantee the results. All that we have read states to cut back the leaves, but nothing regarding an active ingredient that truly combats this issue. You can learn more about this pest here. We recommend contacting your local extension for assistance treating this pest.

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  • Asked by Craig from Missouri
    04/25/2017
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    What is the application rate and mixture of Safari 20 SG for drenching Lananna plants that are overwintered in pots?
    Overwintered in 1 and 1/2 gallon pots. Some are still in the plants and some have been transplanted.
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    The amount of Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran and water that is used will depend on the pot diameter as directed on the product label. Generally, the mixing ratio is 0.11 to 0.22 g of product per 4 fl. oz. of water.

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  • Asked by Doug from Dorrington, Ca
    05/16/2017
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    Does Safari work on the white fir engraver beetle?
    I live in the ca sierra and some fir trees are looking stressed.
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is not labeled for White Fir Engraver Beetles.  We would recommend that you contact your local county extension office for treatment recommendations.

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  • Asked by Trudy from Miami, Fl
    06/29/2017
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    Will Safari 20SG kill white flies systemically?
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is labeled to control white flies when used as directed on the product label.

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  • Asked by Terry from Monterey, Tn
    06/29/2017
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    How much Safari 20SG and water do I use for trunk spray of a Hemlock that is 24 inches in diameter and infested with wooly adelgids?
    About one third of the needles are gone. Tree is about 60 feet high.
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    Per page 9 of the Safari 20SG supplemental label for basal trunk spray the rate will vary depending on your dilution rate.  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.

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  • Asked by Jim from Tx
    09/09/2017
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    I have white flies on bedding plants in commercial greenhouses. Can Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran be used in and around these? What is the rate per gallon?
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    Yes, Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran can be used in commercial greenhouses.  You will use 1/2 to 1 teaspoon per gallon of water per 1000 sq. ft.

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  • Asked by Randy from Cavalier, Nd
    03/10/2018
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    What mixture of Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran per gallon of water to dip or soak ornamental plugs?
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran  can be applied to ornamental plugs as directed on page 9 of the product label. Do not apply media drench until roots from transplanted plugs or liners have extended at least half way to the edge of pots.

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  • Asked by Richard from Reinholds, Pa
    04/20/2018
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    What concentration of Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran should I use for a basal trunk spray to kill spotted lanternflies?
    I plan on treating a "host" Alanthus tree to draw SLFs with a spray 5-6ft up the trunk from ground level. Should the spray be used to just wet the bark, or wet the trunk to where the spray runs down the trunk and puddles at the root flare?
    A

    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran can be applied as a basal trunk spray (instructions on page 14) but is not specifically labeled for spotted lantern flies. We recommend that you consult with your local cooperative extension office for additional options.

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  • Asked by Allison from Tallahassee, Fl
    06/26/2018
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    I have armored scales on a few cacti planted in a large planter. Can I use Safari 20G and how do I mix it?
    Can you tell me how much safari 20sg to mix per gallon of water for a soil drench? Also, my soil is a homemade gritty mixture that allows water to flow right through, so will this product work effectively if it's just wetting the roots thoroughly, but not sitting there? Also have a large cereus peruvianus cactus that I will be using the soil drench on, so I'm assuming it would have the same instructions as the smaller (probably 1 gallon sized) cacti. Is that correct? I read to treat cacti using instructions of ornamentals, but wanted to confirm first.
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    To eliminate scale on cacti, it is best to remove the scale using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol to remove as many as possible. This article from the Missouri Botanical Garden has great tips on this and on general cactus and succulent care. They recommend using neem or pyrethrin as a contact spray, so we would recommend Triple Action for this application. The rate for Safari 20 SG for containerized plants as a soil media drench is 1.5 – 3 tsp per gallon of water and 2 lf oz of solution per 4 inches of pot diameter. You can see these details on page 10 of the product label. Since the Safari product label does not list cacti or succulents as tested plants and we do not have experience treating these plants, we recommend consulting with a cacti specialist and/or testing a few plants before treating a large area.

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  • Asked by Paul from Bedford, Tx
    07/02/2018
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    Will Safari kill active larvae of Red Oak Borer?
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran may not completely kill the Red Oak Borer Larvae once they have bored into the the vein system of the tree. The tree may need to taken down and chipped. We recommend to consult your Master Gardner in your area as well. 

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  • Asked by Luke
    08/08/2018
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    Using Safari 20 sg in a drip line irrigation system
    I want to treat multiple tropical plants for mealy bugs, using a drip line irrigation system with a 2 gallon feeder. What would be the mix ratio for 100 gallons of water.
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    Dilution ratios for Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran are normally 1:100 to 1:200, depending on the system. Apply this product only through microirrigation (individual spaghetti tube), drip irrigation, overhead irrigation, or motorized calibrat- ed irrigation equipment per the product label.  This is not a method we are familiar with so apologize but would recommend contacting the manufacturer Valent directly at 800-682-5368 or the manufacturer of the system you are using for further advice.

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  • Asked by Mike from Fairmont City, Il
    08/08/2018
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    Will Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran this help at all with mosquitoes?
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    Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is not labeled for mosqutoes.  We suggest using Talstar instead. You will use it at a rate of 1 oz per gallon of water, to treat 1,000 sq feet. 

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  • Asked by Ruddy from Kingston Jamaica
    11/05/2018
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    Is it safe to mix Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran with oil?
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    We recommend only applying Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran with water as directed on the product label.

     

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  • Asked by Christopher from Siler City
    05/13/2019
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    How toxic is Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran?
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    All products carry some level of toxicity.  When used as directed on the product label, Safari 20SG Systemic Insecticide with Dinotefuran is safe.

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  • Asked by Will from Billings, Mt
    08/02/2019
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    Can Safari be used for European elm scale and how best to apply to an 80-foot tree?
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    Safari 20SG insecticide can be applied to treat a variety of soft and armored scale insects, such as European Elm scale, however this application is best done in spring after leaves have expanded. For the crawling stage, it is best to apply a foliar spray of an oil product or a pyrethroid such as Talstar P. This article has more details about the life cycle of this insect.

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