Bonide Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew

This product is safe to use up to the day of harvest. You do not need to wait a specific number of days after application before picking your fruits or vegetables.

Spinosad, the active ingredient, is designed to target specific pests that feed on treated foliage. Once the spray has dried, it is generally considered safe for beneficial insects and pollinators.

You should mix 2 fluid ounces (4 tablespoons) of the concentrate per gallon of water. This mixture can then be applied using a standard trigger sprayer, hand-held sprayer, backpack sprayer, or a hose-end sprayer.

Yes, because the active ingredient is naturally derived and breaks down quickly in sunlight, it does not pose a risk to pets, birds, or aquatic life when used according to the label instructions.

Captain Jack's Deadbug Brew is formulated specifically for outdoor use on vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals. It is not intended for indoor application.

The product targets the nervous system of insects upon contact or ingestion. You should expect to see the pests become paralyzed and die within one to two days of application.