Soapy water or Azamax drenches?

[MateoinLosAngeles]

Any objections to using soapy water drenches to deal with a root mite infestation? (1tbsp/quart Dr Bronner's Peppermint Soap)

Alternatively, would soaking with a solution of Azamax suffocate the roots? I've heard Neem Oil, or other oil, drenches aren't recommended as they can obstruct the roots' gas exchange.

[estación seca]

Oil shouldn't be used on roots for the reason you mentioned, and it shouldn't be used on above ground plant parts too often, for the same reason.

I don't know how peppermint oil affects plants. I would use plain dish soap, or an insecticidal soap made for that use.

[Ray]

Azamax is not oil-based.

Azadirachtin is the active ingredient in neem oil but is not an oil, itself.