Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench label states one application protects for 12 months. We apologize for any confusion.
Yes, Fertiliome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can be used on any tree as long as the pest you are treating for is listed on the label. Please be sure to see the Product Label for the full list of pests that are covered for this product.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is labeled to kill scale and is safe to use on magnolia trees. You will use 1 fl. oz per inch of distance around the trunk. Please refer to the product label for complete application instructions.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench should only be applied once a year. It can be applied to established trees and is labeled for eradicating Elm Leaf Beetles. For a complete list of pests and full application instructions please refer to the product label.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench will not help prevent pine borers. Infected trees should be cut down (before the newly hatched beetles fly out of the trees in the spring/summer) and the wood burned or chipped, while other still healthy trees should be sprayed annually to protect them. Because of the natural boring behavior of the beetle they are protected from topically applied insecticides and systemic insecticides (those injected into the tree or applied as a root drench) have proven ineffective for pine beetle infestations. Healthy trees can be protected before the beetles attack by topically spraying them with a product called Permethrin SFR. The tree should be sprayed from the ground to 15 ft up the trunk to prevent future infestations.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is pet safe if used as directed. You will need to keep pets out of the area while the product is being applied and until everything is fully dry.
Per the product label, you will use Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench at the rates listed below:
Trees: 1 oz. per inch of distance around trunk
Shrubs: 3 oz. per foot of height
Please see the label for specific mixing rates and instructions
No, Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled for bagworms.
It is important to start control methods before a major infestation occurs. Once the bagworms have matured and have formed the "bag" most chemical control methods will no longer work.
You can manually control bagworms by simply plucking them off of the infested trees and dropping them into a bucket of soapy water or squishing them. This control method is most useful during fall, winter and early spring, before the eggs inside the bag have hatched.
Chemical control may be achieved when the larvae are small and just emerging from the over-wintering bag. Use a concentrated liquid insecticide such as Orthene, Talstar or Tempo. Foliage should be thoroughly wetted with the insecticide spray in order to achieve thorough coverage. When doing an insecticide treatment, timing is key. To find out the correct time of year to treat for bagworms in your region contact you local Cooperative Extension office. These offices can prove to be invaluable when treating for insect pests.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is only labeled for use around trees and shrubs, so roses may be sensitive to it.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench would be an excellent option for scale on your holly trees. You will use 3 fl. oz. per foot of height per gallon of water. This product can beused for the overall healthcare of trees and shrubs and can be applied any time the ground is not frozen or waterlogged. These conditions will not allow the product to move through the soil properly.
Fertilome Tree & Shrub Insect Drench is not labeled to control spider mites. For spider mites a topical foliage spray such as Talstar P would be a better choice but it will need to be reapplied 1 time per month through the season.
It would be recommended to not consume fruit from trees treated with Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench for 1 year after application.
Unfortunately, neither Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench nor any other systemic insecticides will prevent or kill infestations of boring beetles such as the Asian ambrosia beetle. Trees can be sprayed preventatively with an insecticide such as Talstar P. Trees that are already infested can sometimes be trimmed of infested branches, but usually infested trees will need to be destroyed. Fertilome Systemic Drench is just an insecticide; it will not prevent or treat any fungus. Keep in mind that there is no known fungicide to treat the disease problems caused by the Asian ambrosia beetles. Eagle 20EW is an excellent fungicide to treat powdery mildew on crepe myrtles.
