Description
Features
- Patented formula. Contains an UV inhibitor that helps reduce potential leaf burn during hot weather
- Works by smothering the insects
- Ideal for controlling citrus leafminer. Ideal as a winter clean up spray for scale and mites
- Child resistant cap
- Easy-to-use measure bottle
Controls citrus leafminer, scales, mites, mealybug, aphids and white fly on indoor and outdoor plants.
Specifications
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Size
500ml
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Ingredient
781g/L Petroleum oil
Plus UV inhibitors
How to Use
Directions for use
IMPORTANT: Keep the spray agitated (ie. shake at regular intervals). Thoroughly wet the leaves until drips occur. DO NOT spray if shade temperatures exceed 32°C, (35°C for citrus) or when soil is dry and plants are suffering from moisture stress.
Application rates
PLANT | PEST | RATE | HOW TO APPLY |
Citrus | Citrus Leafminer |
5mL in 1 Iitre of water | Spray every 5 to 14 days as required during flush growth periods. (Spraying is more likely to be required in Summer and Autumn). Start spraying when flushes are about 4cm long. Ensure that all immature leaves are thoroughly wetted on both sides. Do not spray more than 8 times per season. IMPORTANT: Keep the spray well agitated (ie. shake at regular intervals). |
Red Scale | 15-25 mL in 1 Iitre of water | Apply in December and/ or February-March. Use the higher rate for severe investations. | |
White Wax Scale Pink Wax Scale |
Apply December/ early January | ||
Black Scale | Apply mid December/ early January. Repeat in February. | ||
Soft Brown Scale | Apply January/ April. Use higher rate (Tas and WA) when infestation is severe. | ||
Grapes | Grapevine Scale | 30mL in 1L of wate | May be controlled by spraying the dormant vines in winter, preferably after pruning. |
Roses, outdoor & indoor ornamentals | Scale, Aphids, White Fly (Not Qld), Mealy bugs | 30mL in 1L of water | Apply as required. |
Stone Fruit (eg peaches, plums, apricots) Pome fruit (eg apples, pears) | San Jose Scale, Oyster Shell Scale, Spider Mites | 20-30mL in 1L of water | Apply during dormant period up to green tip (Pome Fruit), or bud swell (Stone Fruit). Use the higher rates in Qld. |
WITHHOLDING PERIOD DO NOT PICK EDIBLE FRUITS FOR 1 DAY AFTER SPRAYING. |
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER THE APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION.
How to prepare
Pour the required amount of water into the spray container, add PestOil (refer to table above) and shake well.
Precautions
DO NOT spray on Glen Retreat mandarins.
DO NOT combine with lime sulphur or other sulphur containing spray.
DO NOT apply for at least one month after spraying with Lime Sulphur or Sulphur
DO NOT use on delicate plants such as ferns, mosses, seedlings or on flowers. Avoid spraying directly onto bromeliads or palms.
STORAGE & DISPOSAL:
Store in the closed original container in a cool dry place out of reach of children. Do not store in direct sunlight. Dispose of empty container by wrapping in paper, placing in plastic bag and putting in garbage.
SAFETY DIRECTIONS:
WIll irritate the eyes. May irritate the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. Wash hands after use.
FIRST AID:
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131126. If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
LIABILITY:
This product must be used strictly as directed. ®Yates will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from a failure to strictly follow the directions for use.