safe for orchid insecticide - Knowledgebase Question

palm coast, fl
Avatar for debraluecker
Question by debraluecker
June 17, 2007
please give me the name of the best/safest/green insecticide for orchids. Thank you


Image
Answer from NGA
June 17, 2007
Debra,

I am sorry for this delayed reply to your gardening question. The spring rush has brought a deluge of questions and we are working hard to catch up!

Orchids generally don't need to be treated for insect pests. If you are not sure what the pest is you might want to take a sample to your County Extension Office and see if they can identify the problem and if necessary prescribe an appropriate remedy.

If you do have insect pests neem oil is a good option for many situations. It works fairly well on scale, mealy bugs, aphids and several other small insects. The following web site offers more info on managing orchid insects:
http://www.orchidlady.com/page...

Thanks for the question. Best wishes for a wonderful gardening season. Please stop in again soon!

You must be signed in before you can post questions or answers. Click here to join!

« Return to the Garden Knowledgebase Homepage

Member Login:

( No account? Join now! )

Today's site banner is by Zoia and is called "Volunteer"

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.