just a PSA: Keep plants treated with this stuff away from animals and kids!
TelomereTelemetry
Yes, but not spider mites. It makes spider mites worse. (Though tbh imidacloprid shouldn’t be used outside even though it’s legal for outdoor use in some places… It’s terrible for bees and other beneficial insects)
Appropriate-Fill9602
This stuff isn’t rapid so if there is a big infestation it’s good to use multiple removal methodsĀ
HibiscusGrower
I had whiteflies that were resistant to imidacloprid but in general it’s very effective against insects (so not spider mites). I never tried this brand but I know it’s popular. Just keep your plants away from pollinators and make sure you don’t have excess water that return to the environment because I think it’s harmful to fishes and frogs too.
olliecakerbake
I used this exact product on my monstera that had thrips and the bugs all died. Took probably a few weeks to see the difference. It has to be absorbed by the plant roots, drawn up into the leaves, the bugs eat the leaves, and then it kills them because you made the leaves poisonous with this stuff.
Undertheplantstuff
They have a indoor one for houseplants, Iām not sure if the concentration is different but thatās the one Iāve been using for years. All of my houseplants are regularly treated with it and not to totally jinx myself, but I havenāt had pest issues inside the home Ever. Which is really saying something because I have over 150 plants
3wufmoon
A couple light treatments with this killed off my terrible fungus gnat problem after about 2 weeks
JessieMoonJelly
I use this as a preventive. All my plants get this once a month.
If I forget or bring in new plants, I get pests. But if I use this monthly and immediately use it on new plants, there is not a pest in sight. I love it.
QuadRuledPad
Works for thrips. In fact itās on my to do list for today.
After I water them in, Iāll probably spend some time wiping down the leaves, but the wiping down doesnāt have to be 100% if youāve got the granules on board.
Just follow the directions. If the outdoor-package directions arenāt super clear for house plants, you can Google the indoor packaging – breaks it down by pot size.
CalliopeCelt
Absolutely, it works. I add it to a soil mix if the plant is located in a place where there is insect activity. I donāt bother adding it to my cacti mix as not many insects are interested in them.
belvioloncelle
It takes a few weeks to work, since you have to lightly water and itās absorbed by the roots. But it will work!
BelleSchu
I use this partnered with mosquito bit water and it works like a charm every time
Sea-Introduction7979
ugh thatās the one thing i needed for my thrips. the systemic annihilates the thrip larvae in the plant.
ceddzz3000
just please donāt use this on any plants that go outside or interact with outside insects, you will kill a lot of stuff you shouldnt be killing
TheMarriedUnicorM
The short answer is yes. The long answer is itās takes longer to work than surface pesticides.
For fungus gnats, mealy bugs, and other pests, I have a multi step process.
First I use fresh soil mix when I repot. Then I sprinkle some granules to the top of the soil. And kind of mix it into the top 1/4ā. I add mosquito dunks to my water. I also add some liquid fertilizer. Finally I water my plants.
Using mosquito dunks deal with the eggs and larva of a lot of pests. Applying the granules lets the insecticide do its magic to the soil.
If there are already adult bugs on the plant, Iām spraying a shit load of a solution of water, peppermint castille soap, and rubbing alcohol onto the plant and in the crevices. Let it chill and then wipe the plant clean.
I would also maybe reduce how often Iām watering.
mycatreadsyourmind
Imidacloprid is so effective at killing insects it’s been banned in May countries to save the bee population. It’s so effective that there’s an argument to ban it in vet meds because it still ends up harming beneficial insects even if all the sources it comes from are dogs taking a dip in a ditch. If you are using it against insects and as directed then yes it does kill them. If you are using it on mites it can actually cause them to breed even more (but that is a use against the direction and you can’t really expect much effectiveness doing it)
fryb4by
It worked wonders on my mealy bugs. Takes a little while to kick in and physical intervention is necessary during that time but it does work. (Not on spider mites)
lurking0110101
Yes! I love the one for indoor plants. Itās definitely a little laborious but I treat mine before I bring them inside every winter for little fly buggers. My mix says not to use it on anything weāre going to eat so I do not put it in herbs. We also have a liquid concentrate that I once diluted and poured in (in addition to the granules) when we had a bast infestation and that rocked, too. Good luck!
YardIights
It does work for certain pests, I use it for thrips, but it doesnāt work instantly. The bad news is Iāve found it take about a month to work, and about two months until you see improvement and new growth without thrip damage. So while I always apply this to start, if I have any pest issues Iāll pair it with something instant and stronger, but itās good for the long term.
badcat4ever
Honestly Iāve been using it for years and idk anymore. I have an orchid cactus thatās had mealy bugs since I got it (over a year ago) and Iām constantly fighting them with rubbing alcohol because the systemic granules canāt take them out for some reason. I know a lot of people say itās important to measure out the correct amount and I usually just dump some in the soil so I probably need to make sure Iām adding enough (even though I assumed Iāve been adding way too much lol)
Intelligent-Path-448
Yes. I make a “tea” using this and mosquitoe dunks. The powder can sometimes get moldy when placed on/in the soil. I water them twice using the “tea” then wait 6-8 weeks and repeat.
KeyOption3548
I canāt buy it in my state, and it canāt be shipped here either.
lepetitcoeur
So I believe this works by the plant taking up the chemicals. So it will take awhile. And then maybe not so obviously, it will only work on bugs that eat the plant.
I would use this with something more immediate.
HugePurpleNipples
I swear by it. I have a really high density and about 2x a year, everyone gets it whether they need it or not and they all seem healthy/happy.
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just a PSA: Keep plants treated with this stuff away from animals and kids!
Yes, but not spider mites. It makes spider mites worse. (Though tbh imidacloprid shouldn’t be used outside even though it’s legal for outdoor use in some places… It’s terrible for bees and other beneficial insects)
This stuff isn’t rapid so if there is a big infestation it’s good to use multiple removal methodsĀ
I had whiteflies that were resistant to imidacloprid but in general it’s very effective against insects (so not spider mites). I never tried this brand but I know it’s popular. Just keep your plants away from pollinators and make sure you don’t have excess water that return to the environment because I think it’s harmful to fishes and frogs too.
I used this exact product on my monstera that had thrips and the bugs all died. Took probably a few weeks to see the difference. It has to be absorbed by the plant roots, drawn up into the leaves, the bugs eat the leaves, and then it kills them because you made the leaves poisonous with this stuff.
They have a indoor one for houseplants, Iām not sure if the concentration is different but thatās the one Iāve been using for years. All of my houseplants are regularly treated with it and not to totally jinx myself, but I havenāt had pest issues inside the home Ever. Which is really saying something because I have over 150 plants
A couple light treatments with this killed off my terrible fungus gnat problem after about 2 weeks
I use this as a preventive. All my plants get this once a month.
If I forget or bring in new plants, I get pests. But if I use this monthly and immediately use it on new plants, there is not a pest in sight. I love it.
Works for thrips. In fact itās on my to do list for today.
After I water them in, Iāll probably spend some time wiping down the leaves, but the wiping down doesnāt have to be 100% if youāve got the granules on board.
Just follow the directions. If the outdoor-package directions arenāt super clear for house plants, you can Google the indoor packaging – breaks it down by pot size.
Absolutely, it works. I add it to a soil mix if the plant is located in a place where there is insect activity. I donāt bother adding it to my cacti mix as not many insects are interested in them.
It takes a few weeks to work, since you have to lightly water and itās absorbed by the roots. But it will work!
I use this partnered with mosquito bit water and it works like a charm every time
ugh thatās the one thing i needed for my thrips. the systemic annihilates the thrip larvae in the plant.
just please donāt use this on any plants that go outside or interact with outside insects, you will kill a lot of stuff you shouldnt be killing
The short answer is yes. The long answer is itās takes longer to work than surface pesticides.
For fungus gnats, mealy bugs, and other pests, I have a multi step process.
First I use fresh soil mix when I repot. Then I sprinkle some granules to the top of the soil. And kind of mix it into the top 1/4ā. I add mosquito dunks to my water. I also add some liquid fertilizer. Finally I water my plants.
Using mosquito dunks deal with the eggs and larva of a lot of pests. Applying the granules lets the insecticide do its magic to the soil.
If there are already adult bugs on the plant, Iām spraying a shit load of a solution of water, peppermint castille soap, and rubbing alcohol onto the plant and in the crevices. Let it chill and then wipe the plant clean.
I would also maybe reduce how often Iām watering.
Imidacloprid is so effective at killing insects it’s been banned in May countries to save the bee population. It’s so effective that there’s an argument to ban it in vet meds because it still ends up harming beneficial insects even if all the sources it comes from are dogs taking a dip in a ditch. If you are using it against insects and as directed then yes it does kill them. If you are using it on mites it can actually cause them to breed even more (but that is a use against the direction and you can’t really expect much effectiveness doing it)
It worked wonders on my mealy bugs. Takes a little while to kick in and physical intervention is necessary during that time but it does work. (Not on spider mites)
Yes! I love the one for indoor plants. Itās definitely a little laborious but I treat mine before I bring them inside every winter for little fly buggers. My mix says not to use it on anything weāre going to eat so I do not put it in herbs. We also have a liquid concentrate that I once diluted and poured in (in addition to the granules) when we had a bast infestation and that rocked, too. Good luck!
It does work for certain pests, I use it for thrips, but it doesnāt work instantly. The bad news is Iāve found it take about a month to work, and about two months until you see improvement and new growth without thrip damage. So while I always apply this to start, if I have any pest issues Iāll pair it with something instant and stronger, but itās good for the long term.
Honestly Iāve been using it for years and idk anymore. I have an orchid cactus thatās had mealy bugs since I got it (over a year ago) and Iām constantly fighting them with rubbing alcohol because the systemic granules canāt take them out for some reason. I know a lot of people say itās important to measure out the correct amount and I usually just dump some in the soil so I probably need to make sure Iām adding enough (even though I assumed Iāve been adding way too much lol)
Yes. I make a “tea” using this and mosquitoe dunks. The powder can sometimes get moldy when placed on/in the soil. I water them twice using the “tea” then wait 6-8 weeks and repeat.
I canāt buy it in my state, and it canāt be shipped here either.
So I believe this works by the plant taking up the chemicals. So it will take awhile. And then maybe not so obviously, it will only work on bugs that eat the plant.
I would use this with something more immediate.
I swear by it. I have a really high density and about 2x a year, everyone gets it whether they need it or not and they all seem healthy/happy.