RE: spraying for bugs, etc. when and what
- Subject: RE: spraying for bugs, etc. when and what
- From: S* J* <c*@optonline.net>
- Date: Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:17:40 -0400
Bifenthrin and Fipronil aren't systemic & also don't control grubs if they
are a concern.
Imidacloprid is considered "practically non-toxic" to earthworms. Where this
myth came from I'll never know.
Stephen Jepsen
GPC Committee Member
Grow 'Em BIG
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-pumpkins@hort.net [o*@hort.net] On Behalf Of
Jason Buchanan
Sent: Monday, July 21, 2008 8:59 AM
To: pumpkins@hort.net
Subject: Re: spraying for bugs, etc. when and what
On Jul 21, 2008, at 8:41 AM, yorunk@comcast.net wrote:
> I already used Bayer Tree and Shrub in the grass where the pumpkin
> plants are growing. Can I still put down a Grub-X or similar in the
> same area or will it be too toxic for the plants and grass? Does
> anyone know if Grub-X kills beneficials?
Imidacloprid wipes out earthworms.
Bifenthrin and Fipronil are almost harmless to earthworms.
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