Safer® Brand BioNEEM® Insecticide and Repellent, Concentrate

This unique insect repellent controls over 30 common insect pests!

The Safer® Brand Bioneem insecticide and repellent concentrate works as an insecticide and as a repellent.  This product is formulated with azadirachtin, a natural Insect Growth Regulator extracted from the Neem seed.   As an IGR, Bioneem disrupts and insects’ delicate hormonal balance, killing them before they molt into their next life stage.

Use this natural pest control on trees, shrubs, ornamentals and flowers.  Water to concentrate ratios vary per type of plant being treated.

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Safer® Brand BioNEEM® Insecticide and Repellent, Concentrate

 • 16 fl. oz. concentrate

 • Contains azadirachtin (.09%)

 • Use on trees, shrubs, ornamentals and flowers

 • Kills over 30 common insect pests

 • Neem disrupts insects' hormonal balance; they die before molting to the next stage.

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All About Insects in Your Yard

By learning about the many insects that inhabit your flower garden and landscaping, you will find safe, effective methods of controlling them so you can have beautiful flowers and healthy trees, shrubs and ornamentals without adding toxins to our environment.

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Aphids	Whiteflies	Caterpillars	Thrips	Japanese Beetles

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Expert Tips for a Beautiful Garden!

Gardening can be a very rewarding and healthy undertaking. By using organic products and methods, plants grow better, insect pests can be controlled, plant diseases can be eliminated, and lush harvests can be enjoyed!

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Tips for Using Safer® Brand BioNEEM® Insecticide and Repellent, Concentrate

General Information

The effectiveness of BioNEEM® is based on several modes of action. It disrupts insects’ hormonal balance so they die before they molt to the next life stage. BioNEEM® suppresses some insects’ desire to feed and also repels in areas that have been sprayed. These different modes of action result in broad spectrum control of the majority of insects that harm your yard and garden.

BioNEEM® spares many beneficial insects such as honey bees and lady bugs that prey on undesirable insects. Without beneficial insects to control pest populations, plants are even more vulnerable to new infestations.

Neem-based products have been extensively tested and used as effective insecticides in commercial green houses. The Neem seed has been the subject of extensive testing throughout the world since World War II. Neem has been tested at major universities throughout the U.S. since 1982.

The active ingredient in BioNEEM® is organic. It comes from a natural source: an extract from seeds of the neem tree, a renewable resource. The neem tree is native to India, Africa and several other tropical countries.

Directions for Use

General directions:

Shake well before using. Spray solutions should be used within 8 hours of mixing for maximum effectiveness. Do not store diluted spray solution for later use.

Not for use in food handling areas.

BioNEEM® is most effective when applied 2-3 times at 7-10 day intervals.
Application directly onto the target pest will increase efficacy.
Time applications for early to mid morning or in the late afternoon.

Do not add other chemicals to BioNEEM® solutions.
Do not apply to wilted, stressed or newly transplanted materials prior to root development.
Do not apply to known sensitive plant species without prior testing. Known sensitive plants: hibiscus flowers.


Foliar Application (Bedding & Potted Plants):

• For use on bedding plants, potted and foliage plants, ornamentals, trees and shrubs in and around homes to control the immature or larval forms of the following insect pests: APHIDS, BEET ARMYWORMS, CATERPILLARS, FRUIT FLIES, LEAFHOPPERS, LEAFMINERS, LOOPERS, MEALYBUGS, MEXICAN BEAN BEETLES, THRIPS, AND WHITEFLIES.

• Dilute BioNEEM® to a concentration of 3 fl. Oz. (6 tablespoons) of BioNEEM® per gallon of water (1 part BioNEEM® to 40 parts water). Mix thoroughly. Apply with a hand sprayer as a fine spray to leaf surfaces to the point of run off. Be sure to coat the underside of leaves as this is where many insects hide. Excessive application is unnecessary and should be avoided.

Foliar Application (Trees & Shrubs):

• For use on trees and shrubs on residential landscapes to control the immature or larval stages of the following insect pests: BAGWORMS, ELM LEAF BEETLES, GRASSHOPPERS, GYPSY MOTHS, HORNWORMS, LEAFHOPPERS, LEAFMINERS, PINE SAWFLIES, SPRUCE BUDWORMS, PSYLLIDS, TENT CATERPILLARS, WEEVILS and WEBWORMS:

• Dilute BioNEEM® to a concentration of 3 fl. Oz. (6 tablespoons) of BioNEEM® per gallon of water (1 part BioNEEM® to 40 parts water). Mix thoroughly. Apply with a hand sprayer as a fine spray to leaf surfaces to the point of run off. Be sure to coat the under-sides of leaves as this is where many insects hide. Excessive application is unnecessary and should be avoided.

Lawn Application:

• For home lawns to control the following insect pests: BILLBUGS, CHINCH BUGS, CRAIN FLIES, FALL ARMYWORMS, HYPERODES WEEVILS, MOLE CRICETS, SOD WORMS, and WHITE GRUBS:

• Dilute 2 fl. Oz. (4 tablespoons) of BioNEEM® in 1 gallon of water. Apply at the rate of 5 gallons spray solution per 2000 square feet. Apply BioNEEM® at least 3 times on a 7-10 day interval to insure control of surface and sub-surface dwelling pests. BioNEEM® should not be applied to newly seeded lawns. Best timing for white grub application will vary by region. It is generally early to mid summer and again in the fall. If in doubt, contact your local university research or extension specialist to find out the periods when white grubs are feeding in your area.

Yard And Landscape:

• For use around the yard and home to control the following insects…APHIDS, BAGWORMS, BOX ELDER BUGS, CATERPILLARS, GYPSY MOTH LARVAE, MATURE TENT BEETLES, LACE BUGS, HOPPERS, PSYLLIDS, SAWFLY LARVAE, WEBWORMS, and WOOLY APHIDS:

• Always use freshly mixed spry solution. Use soft water whenever possible. Use with caution on new tender foliage and do not apply to plants in direct sunlight. When insects are first noticed, apply a mixture of 3 fl. oz. (6 tablespoons) of BioNEEM® per gallon of water (1 par BioNEEM® to 40 parts water). Repeat applications 2-3 times on a 7-day interval. Heavy infestations may require more frequent applications on a 3-4 day interval until populations are reduced.

House Plant Application:

• For use on house plants to kill or repel the following insect pests: APHIDS, BEET ARMYWORMS, CATERPILLARS, FRUIT FLIES, FUNGUS GNATS, LEAFHOPPERS, LEAFMINERS, MEALYBUGS, MEXICAN BEAN BEETLES, THRIPS and WHITEFLIES.

• Dilute BioNEEM® to a concentration of 0.42 fl. oz. (2 teaspoons) per pint of water. Mix thoroughly. Adjust spray bottle nozzle to spray setting and apply BioNEEM® to leaf surfaces until completely wet. Be sure to coat undersides of leaves, especially those at the soil surface as this is where many insects hide. Excessive application is unnecessary and should be avoided.

Vegetable And Fruit Crop Application:

• For use on vegetable and fruit crops to kill or repel the following insect pests: APHIDS, ARMYWORMS, BEAN LEAF BEETLES, BOLLWORMS, BUDWORMS, CODLING MOTHS, COLORADO POTATO BEETLES, CORN EAR WORMS, CUCUMBER BEETLES, CUTWORMS, DIAMONDBACK MOTHS, EUROPEAN CORN BORERS, GRAPE LEAF SKELETONIZERS, HORNWORMS, IMPORTED CABBAGEWORMS, LEAFMINERS, LEAFROLLERS, LOOPERS, MELONWORMS, MEXICAN BEAN BEETLES, PICKLEWORMS, PINWORMS, SQUASH BUGS, TENT CTERPILLARS, THRIPS, TOMATO FRUITWORMS, TWIG GIRDLERS, VINE BORERS, WEEVILS and WHITEFLIES on the following crops: ALMONDS, ANISE, APPLES, APRICOTS, ARTICHOKES, ASPARAGUS, BASIL, BEANS, BEETS, BOK CHOY, BROCCOLI, BRUSSELS SPROUTS, CABBAGE, CANTALOUPES, CARROTS, CASHEWS, CAULIFLOWER, CELERY, CHERRIES, CHIVES, COLLARD GREENS, COLLARDS, CORN, CUCUMBERS, DILL, EGGPLANTS, FIGS, GARLIC, GINGER, KALE, KOHLRAVI, LEMONS, LENTILS, LETTUCE, LIMES, MACADAMIA NUTS, MARJORAM, MELONS, MINT, MUSTARD GREENS, MUSTARD, ONIONS, ORANGES, PARSLEY, PEACHES, PEANUTS, PEARS, PEAS, PECANS, PEPPERS, PISTACHIOS, PLUMS, POTATOES, TARRAGON, THYME, TOMATOES, TURNIP GREENS, TURNIPS, WALNUTS and WINTERGREEN:

• Always use freshly mixed spray solution. Use soft water whenever possible. Use with caution on new tender foliage. When insects are first noticed apply a mixture of 3 fl. oz. (6 tablespoons) of BioNEEM® per gallon of water (1 part BioNEEM® to 40 parts water). Repeat applications 2-3 times on a 7-day interval. Heavy infestations may require more frequent applications on a 3-4 day interval until populations are reduced.

Repellency Against Japanese Beetles and Other Pests:

• BioNEEM® repels a variety of pests including armyworms, aphids, and Japanese beetles.

• Apply to plants at labeled rate, being sure to completely cover foliage and flowers. Apply just before pests emerge or at the first sign of infestation. Repeat applications every 3-7 days or immediately after significant rainfall.

Storage And Disposal:

Storage: Keep in original container. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, feed or foodstuffs. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Do not store below 50°F (10°C) or above 95°F (35º).

Disposal: Do not reuse empty container. Securely wrap original container in several layers of newspaper and discard in trash. Rinse thoroughly before discarding in trash.

FAQs About Insects in Your Garden and Safer® Brand BioNeem Insecticide and Repellent, Concentrate

Q:  My plant leaves look chewed!  Do you know what type of insect might
     do that?

A:  Insects that have the ability to chew plants must have special cutters in
     their mouths for this purpose.  Such insects may include caterpillars,
     beetles, and grasshoppers, for example.

Q:  If I use a floating row cover, how will bees and other pollinating insects reach the plants?

A:  They won’t be able to so you will need to pollinate them yourself by hand.  Check with your local
     garden center or farm supply store to find out how to hand pollinate them.  You may want to
     remove the row covers during times of insect pollination.

Q:  How do I know if my plant is being attacked by an insect or a disease?

A:  If it’s an insect, the plant may have holes in its leaves.  Turn the leaves over and you may see the
     insects themselves clustered on the underside of the leaves.  You may also see and feel a sticky
     substance if it’s an insect because the insect will leave a secretion on the plant. 

Q:  When is the best time of day to use BioNeem?

A:  Time applications for early to mid morning or in the late afternoon.

Images courtesy of Oklahoma State University and Forestry Images.
For a complete list of content sources please visit our site bibliography page