Oil Sprays for Fruit Trees - Knowledgebase Question

Name: Frieda Wimmelman
Wilmington, VT
Avatar for doggone0
Question by doggone0
April 16, 1998
I've read you shouldn't apply a sulfur-based spray within three weeks of an oil spray. Does this rule hold true with the newer light horticultural sprays such as "Sun Spray"? My window of opportunity for spraying here in Vermont is quite small as you know!


Image
Answer from NGA
April 16, 1998
That's a good question. I'm not absolutely sure. Since Sun Spray is a petroleum-based product, like the earlier dormant oils, it could well have the same restrictions. However, there are new cottonseed-based horticultural oils which may not have those restrictions. "Oil Away" Insecticidal Spray is one example. It is sold by Gardens Alive (ph# 812-537-8650, e-mail: [email protected]). You might contact them directly and inquire about both spray products. Sorry I couldn't be of more help--good luck with the trees!

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 mcash70 and is called "Queen Ann's Lace"

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