Bonide Insecticidal Soap

This product uses potassium salts of fatty acids to disrupt the outer cell membranes of soft-bodied insects. Because it works through direct contact, you must spray the insects themselves for the product to be effective.

Yes, this formula has no residual effect and is approved for use up to the day of harvest. Simply wash your fruits and vegetables thoroughly with water before eating them as you normally would.

It is safe for a wide variety of houseplants, flowers, fruits, and vegetables. However, it is always a good practice to test a small, inconspicuous area of the plant first to ensure it does not cause leaf burn, especially on sensitive or drought-stressed plants.

No, this is a contact-based pesticide that does not leave a persistent residue on the plant. It will kill the insects present at the time of application, but it will not prevent new pests from landing on the plant later.

Yes, the formula is compliant with organic gardening standards. It is derived from plant-based fatty acids and does not contain synthetic chemicals that persist in the environment.