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Safer® Brand Houseplant Insect Killer, Aerosol
model #: 5005
Best Used For:
Multi-insect control. Killing insects including aphids, caterpillars, mealy bugs, scales, thrips and whiteflies.
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$6.48
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Product Details |
Safer® Brand Houseplant Insect Killer, Aerosol  The Safer® Brand houseplant insect killer combines the effectiveness of pyrethrins and potassium salts of fatty acids to kill on contact but does not harm your plants! The pyrethrins attack the insect’s nervous system and potassium salts weaken the insect’s protective outer shell, adding up to a lethal insect killing combination!
Powered by compressed air, this effective aerosol sprays upside down, too, so that concealed places can be reached. This product is OMRI Listed® and compliant for use in organic gardening pest control. Safer® Brand is the leader in alternative lawn and garden products. Safer® Brand recognizes the growing demand by consumers for these products, offering a wide variety of natural and organic solutions for lawn, garden, landscape, flowers, houseplants, insects and more! Safer® Brand Houseplant Insect Killer, Aerosol • 10 oz. aerosol • Contains pyrethrins (.012%) and potassium salts of fatty acids (1.015%) • Kills aphids,
spider mites, red mites, mealy bugs, thrips, scales, caterpillars and whiteflies • Kills insects on contact but does not harm your plants • OMRI Listed® and compliant for use in organic gardening
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All About Insects in Your Houseplants
By learning about the many insects that can inhabit your houseplants, you will find safe, effective methods of controlling them so you can have a healthy harvest without adding toxins to your home or the environment. Learn More:
Why Organic? The benefits of going organic in your lawn and garden are exponential! In addition to helping improve the environment and decreasing the chances of accelerated disease in your family, going organic can provide mental and physical benefits, long-term money-savings, and increased vitamin and mineral content in your soil, among other things. Learn more: 
Benefits of Going Organic» Organic gardening provides for intense, realistic flavors in your food, and higher vitamin and mineral content than in conventionally produced foods. Organic Gardening: It's good for the environment and healthier for you and your family!
Organic vs. Natural - How to Read Labels» In the world of pesticides and repellents the words "organic" and "natural" are often mistakenly used to replace one another. Understanding product labels and certifications can help clear up the confusion.
Organic Pest Control - Different Ingredients Work for Different Insects» Nature has strategies to deal with insect pests without the use of synthetic chemicals. These strategies include organic pesticides as well as mechanical methods such as using traps, using beneficial bugs, and simply handpicking the pests, etc.
Tips for Using Safer® Houseplant Insect Killer, Aerosol
What you need to know: - Hold sprayer 12 to 18 inches from surface and spray to achieve thorough coverage.
- Use with caution on new, tender foliage.
- Do not use this product in or around electrical equipment due to the possibility of shock hazard.
- Use on Houseplants: To kill aphids, spider mites, red mites, mealybugs, thrips, scales, caterpillars, and whiteflies.
- Apply when insects or their damage first appear.
- Spray to thoroughly moisten all plant surfaces where insects are feeding or resting.
- Repeat treatment every 7 to 10 days when insects are present as needed to prevent damage.
- CAUTION: Do not use on crown of Thorns, jade plant or delicate ferns. Test on begonias, fuchsias and impatiens for varietal sensitivity.
Storage and Disposal Storage: Protect from freezing. If frozen, thaw and shake well. Store in a cool, dry place (preferably locked) inaccessible to children and pets, and away from heat, open flame or other sources of ignition. Disposal: This container may be recycled in aerosol recycling centers. At present, there are only a few such centers in the country. Before offering for recycling, empty the can by using the product according to the label (DO NOT PUNCTURE). If recycling is not available, wrap the container and discard in the trash. Houseplant Pest Control - FAQs 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: Can aphids or other insect pests spread viruses from one plant to another?
A: Yes, many insect pests can transmit a virus from one plant to another. Pumpkins, potatoes, lettuce, melons, cucumbers, beans and beets are just some of the vegetable plants that can be affected. 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: Is a spider mite an insect or is it actually a spider?
A: Spider mites belong to a class called arachnids, to which spiders also belong. They are not actually insects. To find out more about these tiny pests, see our information in All About Spider Mites. |
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