insect killer

[ericst11]

can any one tell me what bonide is and where i can get some .and another told me about tempo insecticide will it hurt my plants.

[Ray]

Google is your friend!

"Bonide" is a corporate trade-name, and they produce all sorts of horticultural products. Here are "insect control" ones: Bonide

[1greenearth]

what type of pest are you going after?
tom

[ericst11]

i'm try to kill scale

[Ray]

If the infestation is extensive, go with something containing acephate (Orthene) or imidicloprid (Merit).

I got a bottle of Bayer's "12 Month Tree & Shrub Insect Control" (1.47% imidicloprid) at the Home Despot, and when used at 1 ounce per gallon, it's the right application rate for orchids. I recommend three thorough treatments, one week apart.

[justatypn]

Bayer is one of the better products, not one I thought would work well with orchids ... thanks for the formula Ray.

[1greenearth]

eric,
due to the zone in which you are growing the aformentioned chemicals will work. But, I just wanted to warn you about applying anything with acephate during a very hot day, as this could cause some damage (though most likely not). Another idea is something called 'Permetrol' or anything with a (higher ratio >3% of a) chemical called Permethrin. Just some more options. but ray's advice was perfect. The imidacloprid is pricey but it gets the job done!

[Ray]

Bayer also sells a Rose and Flower Spray, that has imidicloprid (0.015%) and something else, and it appears to be another good choice.

[John D.]

The spray is ready for use, Ray's dilution rate gives the same application rate but a lot more spray for your $$$. Be carefull not to get the concentrate that also has fertilizer in it.