Bonide Neem Oil

Yes, this concentrate is approved for organic gardening and is safe to use on vegetables, herbs, and fruits. Always check the label for the specific pre-harvest interval to ensure you wait the appropriate amount of time after application before consuming your produce.

Neem oil works primarily as an insect growth regulator and repellent. It is most effective when insects ingest it or come into direct contact with the spray, which disrupts their ability to feed, grow, and reproduce at all life stages, including eggs, larvae, and adults.

Absolutely. This formula is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, making it an effective solution for common houseplant pests like spider mites, aphids, and fungus gnats.

As a dormant spray, this product can be applied to trees and shrubs during their dormant season—typically late winter or early spring—to kill overwintering insects and fungal spores before the growing season begins.

Because this is a concentrate, you must dilute it with water according to the specific ratios listed on the product label. Always mix only the amount you intend to use immediately, as the solution can lose effectiveness if stored after being mixed with water.

While neem oil is organic, it is a broad-spectrum pesticide. To minimize risk to pollinators, avoid spraying when bees are actively foraging, and try to apply the product in the early morning or late evening when beneficial insects are less active.