Monterey Garden Spray Concentrate

Yes, it is formulated for use on vegetable crops, fruit trees, and ornamentals. Since it is OMRI listed for organic gardening, it is a suitable choice for edible plants, provided you follow the label instructions regarding harvest intervals.

This concentrate is effective against a broad spectrum of insects, including caterpillars, beetles, thrips, and leafminers. It works by targeting the nervous system of these specific pests once they ingest or come into contact with the treated foliage.

The standard application rate is 4 tablespoons of concentrate per gallon of water. Always mix thoroughly in your sprayer before application to ensure an even distribution of the active ingredient, Spinosad.

While it is effective against many pests, it can be toxic to bees if they come into direct contact with the spray while it is wet. To protect pollinators, avoid applying the product to blooming plants and try to spray during times when bees are not actively foraging, such as early morning or late evening.

Spinosad is derived from a naturally occurring soil bacterium. It acts as an insecticide by causing the target insects to become overexcited and eventually paralyzed after they ingest the treated plant material.