Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench will not work/control goldspotted oak borers as systemic insecticides are not effective against them. I did find this article here that may be helpful. The key is preventing them from spreading to healthy trees. Tengard SFR would be a good option. 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. The tree should be sprayed from the ground to 15 ft up the trunk to prevent future infestations. You should contact your local cooperative extension office to find out the best time to start spraying in your region.
We do offer Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench and will control leafminers and other listed pests used as directed and can ship to NY.
The dilution rate for Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench for trees is 1 oz. per inch of distance around the trunk at chest height. For shrubs, you will use 3 oz. per foot of shrub height. Dilute in 1 gallon of water.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can safely be applied to Alberto Spruce when used as directed.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench only affects insects after they have started to feed on the treated trees since it works by ingestion. Insects can still be seen on the trees but as long as they feed enough to ingest a lethal dose they will die. If they are too heavily infested it would be recommend to spray the foliage with something like Triple Action for faster killing
Application timing for Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can vary depending on the target pest and region. Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is for outdoor use on listed trees and shrubs only. Please provide the targeted pest for additional assistance.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled for grubs. Since grubs live underground they must be treated with a product that will target them where they live. We do have several products that are specifically labeled for grub worms on our website: Grub Worm Control. We also recommend that you contact your local cooperative extension office and inquire about the best time to start treatments for grubs in your region.
Fertilome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is labeled only for application directly to the root system of ornamental trees and shrubs. This active ingredient (imidacloprid) will not absorb through the bark of the tree. If you need to do a bark spray instead, then we recommend Safari 20SG instead.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled for Spider Mites. Forbid would be the best option.
The dilution rate for Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench for trees is 3 oz. per foot of shrub height. So for each 2 foot high shrub you would use 6 oz. Dilute in at least 1 gallon of water per shrub. Please review the product label for complete instructions.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled to be applied around Blue Spice. Fertilome Triple Action may be a better option for you. We would recommend to make applications when temps reach above 55 degrees.
While you can use the Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Drench to treat aspen trees, we cannot guarantee that this will control the specific insect that may be in your trees. Certain bark beetles get just under the bark but not deep enough into the trees to be affected by insecticides, while others are deep enough to contact systemic applications.
We would recommend following the Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench label which states for SHRUBS: Measure the height of the shrub to the nearest foot. Round any inches down to the nearest foot if less than 6” and up to the nearest foot if greater than 6”. Multiply the number of feet by 3 – this is the number of ounces of this product to apply. It is only applied one time per year.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is not labeled to be used on mango or avocado trees. Imidapro 4SC is labeled for Avocado and Mango Trees. Please review the product label for the insects you are targeting and application rates and instructions.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench will not affect slugs. We would recommend the Hi-Yield Slug and Snail Bait instead.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench is only labeled to be used on trees and shrubs. You could try using a product like Talstar P, but because orchids are sensitive, we would recommend contacting your local extension or a nursery experienced with orchid care.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can be applied as a prevention for Woolly Adelgids before they are active, it takes time to be translocated through the tree, up to 8 weeks depending on the size so timing is key. Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region.
Application timing for Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench can vary depending on the target pest and region. Please contact your local cooperative extension office to determine the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region. Utlimately, you could apply this anytime as long as the ground is not frozen or water-logged.
Ferti-lome Tree and Shrub Systemic Insect Drench treatment is typically done before pests are active in the area as it takes time to be translocated throughout. You may contact your local cooperative extension office to confirm the correct timing of the application as this will vary greatly from region to region and target pest.
