Spider Mites....

Mr Bud

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I have noticed that my plants have gotten spider mites... and went out to the store and picked up a inscet spray....

Its safe to spray on my plants right? and when i do spray it do i leave it on? or do i then spray water and shake it all off.... please help!!:-|
 

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kindprincess

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yes you can use that, leave it on for a whole day, then mist off if you wish. it's basically neem oil with extra chems to kill eggs. make sure you hit the undersides of the leaves, as that's where most of the mites will be.

kp
 

mogie

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The safest product I have found to control bugs and is good for the plants (and is not harmful to people or pets) is SM-90. Even smells like lemons.
 

mogie

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Use Nutrilife SM-90 to prevent or treat bacteria, fungus and insect problems. SM-90 is prepared from natural plant oils - the organic composition of SM-90 is biodegradable and non-toxic to humans, animals and plants!

SM-90 is a good product to use from day one with your plants to keep them healthy and pest / disease free. Use as a foliar spray or root feed in both soil and hydroponics gardens.

Root Disease: SM-90 inhibits common anaerobic fungal and bacterial pathogens. Use for any root disease from ascomycetes pathogens including fusarium, pythium, rhizoctonia, phytopthera and sclerotinia. When added in small quantities to plant nutrient solutions, root disease infestations are inhibited and new root growth emerges. Treated plants develop greater root area and root runs and exhibit a generally healthier root development. Application rate: Apply 2 - 3 ml for each gallon of nutrient solution on a weekly basis.

Plant Infestations: Treat leaf or stem infestations by appying as a foliar spray. SM-90 eliminates many molds, mildew and leaf spot and is also effective for botrytis, blight, fusarium, leaf mold, rhizoctonia stem rot, sclerotinia stem rot and others. SM-90 also discourages and eliminates many common pests including aphids, thrips, spider mite, and whitefly. It is believed to act as a systemic to inhibit insect colonization and to deter reinfestation. Application rate: Mix 1 part SM-90 with 5 parts water. Spray directly on plant leaves and stems - be sure to spray entire plant as a prevention measure. Repeat every 3 days for up to 3 applications. Spray plants with water to prevent excess build during repeated applications.

An added benefit of SM-90 is an increase in metabolism and growth rate when used on a regular basis. A great choice for growers looking for a safe product to use on their consumable crops. Be sure to spray diluted solution within 8 hours of mixing. Keep away from sunlight.

NOTE: SM-90 will inhibit beneficial bacterial colonization. If you are trying to promote bacteria growth in your garden, this may not be a desirable additive.
 

marcus420

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that is the spray i use cleared up a fungus gnat issue with a few applications and also took care of spider mites with a few applications
 

abudsmoker

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the real key i stopping the mite is to kill all stages of life cycle, usually by the time the user first see's the mite they have laid hundreds of egg's and usually this means they have reproduced many many times. there are many ways to kill and stop them.

if i was using spray fox farms dont bug me/ however its marked up 100% or more.

i go to home depot and get the plant spray in the aqua bottles. this is the same foumula it will kill adult and smaller mites, then you can start gently wiping your leaves to remove endoskeltons and eggs.
 

marcus420

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mr bud i was speaking of the spray you had pictured for the spider mites i sprayed the entire plant as well as in the soil focusing under the leaves. I have never taken it off and i used it a week before harvest with no ill effects. I would take it easy if you are nearing the end of flowering trying not to douse the buds with the spray
 

abudsmoker

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you can see by the ingredents is almost nothing but oil. but it turns mites in to dead black dots after 1 day

then you use step 2 this is a special formula h2O

you rinse them with fresh clean pure water. in a few days you say what mites!
 

kindprincess

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why doesn't anyone ever use ladybugs they work great!!!
even with an armada of lady beetles, my mites would thrive, seek, destroy, and conquer... you could blast these lil fuckers into the void of space and they'd still survive. i think these mites of mine are actually a top secret govt experiment, they are trying to find ways to screw up our grows....

kp
 

Chiceh

Global Mod, Stoner Chic
That stuff may burn if left on too long. Make sure you rinse the next day real good. I use a dish soap, vinegar and water mix that works great.
 

abovedaclouds

Active Member
Bonide Organic Tomato & Vegetable 3-in-1 Spray, RTS, 32 oz

what about this spray? says its say sto spray directly on plants up until the day of harvest
 

bass4rent

Member
I have looked and found nothing about what the PH should be when spraying SM-90 I know 6.4 is good for mixing into water for soil.
if PH is 9.3 In the spray should it be taken down to 5.5?
 
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