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Integrated Pest Management Program Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture UConn Extension Some selected insecticides and miticides for use on herb bedding plants Insecticide Target

1 Integrated Pest Management Program Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture UConn Extension Some selected insecticides and miticides for use on herb bedding plants Insecticide Target Pests Labeled Crops Comments Azadirachtin (Aza-Direct) (AzaGuard) (Azatrol) (Molt-X) (Neemix 4.5) s Ornazin 3% EC Whiteflies, beetles, caterpillars, weevils, thrips plus additional pests such as fungus gnat larvae, leafhoppers, and mealybugs, depending upon labels Insect growth regulator for immature stages of insects. Repeat applications needed. Repels some insects and can be used as antifeedant. Azadirachtin & pyrethrins (Azera) Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. aizawai (XenTari) Group 11A Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. Kurstaki (DiPel Pro DF) Group 11A strain GHA Aphids, caterpillars, fungus gnats, leafhoppers, leafminers,, beetles, weevils, thrips Armyworms, loopers, saltmarsh caterpillars Works by contact or by ingestion. Quick knockdown. Stomach poison that must be eaten by target insect to be effective. Treat when larvae are young. Larvae must be actively feeding on treated, exposed plant surfaces. Insect stops feeding and dies from 1 to 5 days later. Caterpillars Stomach poison that must be eaten by target insect to be effective. Thorough coverage is needed. Treat when larvae are young. Insect stops feeding and dies 1 to 5 days later. Aphids, thrips, whitefly, psyllids, mealybugs, plant bugs, Contact insecticide. Thorough coverage is needed. Active ingredient is an insect killing

2 (Botanigard ES, WP) (Mycotrol ESO, WPO) s strain ANT-03 (BioCeres WP) strain GHA & pyrethrins (Botanigard Maxx) Burkholderia A396 (Venerate XC) Chromobacterium subtsugae strain PRAA4-- 1 (Grandevo) Insecticidal Soap Potassium Salts of Fatty Acids (M-Pede) Iron phosphate & spinosad (Bug-N-Sluggo) leafhoppers Aphids,, thrips, plant bugs Whiteflies, aphids, thrips, psyllids, mealybugs (see label) Aphids, mites, thrips,, various caterpillars (see label) Armyworm, loopers, saltmarsh caterpillar, aphids, mites, thrips, Aphids, leafhoppers, leafminers, mealybugs, thrips,, spider mites, broad mites fungus that works best with relative humidity > 90%. Thorough coverage of all plant parts is important. Contact insecticide. Active ingredient is an insect-killing fungus that works best with relative humidity >90%. Thorough coverage of all plant parts is important. Contact insecticides. Active ingredient is an insect killing fungus plus pyrethrins for quick knockdown. Biological insecticide with multiple modes of action: exoskeleton degradation and molting interference through exposure and ingestion. Contact biological insecticide for young immature stages. Thorough coverage of all plant parts is important. Works by contact. Good coverage is needed. Short residual activity. See label for information on plant safety. Slugs, snails, cutworms Herbs At the seedling and later stages, apply the bait between the rows and around the perimeter of the greenhouse.

3 Isaria fumosoroseus (formerly Paecilomyces) (Preferal) Mineral Oil (Ultra-Pure Oil) Neem Oil (Triact 70) Whiteflies, aphids, thrips, spider mites, leafminers, mealybugs, plant bugs Aphids, mites, beetle larvae, leafminers, thrips, leafhoppers, Aphids, leafhoppers, mealybugs, mites, scale Contact insecticide. Active ingredient is an insect killing fungus. See label for rates. To be effective, needs relative humidity 80% or greater for 8 to 10 hours. Thorough coverage of all plant parts is important. Works by contact. Thorough spray coverage is needed. Foliar injury may occur if applied during humid conditions. See label for information on plant safety. Works by contact. Thorough coverage needed. See label for information on plant safety. Nematodes (Entomopathogenic) (Steinernema carpocapsae) (Millenium) Exempt from REI Nematodes (Entomopathogenic) (Steinernema feltiae) (NemaShield, Nemasys, Scanmask) Exempt from REI Shore flies (larvae) Fungus gnat larva, thrips pupae Available in packages. Remove screens and filters from sprayers. Refer to label for application rates. Available in packages. Nematodes move through media on a film of water and release a bacterium that reproduces within and kills target pest. Water into media surface. See label for application directions.

4 Pyrethrins (PyGanic EC ) (PyGanic EC ) s Many including aphids, caterpillars, fungus gnats (adults), thrips, leafhoppers, Contact insecticide. Provides rapid knockdown of pests. Pyrethrins & PBO (piperonyl butoxide) (Pyreth-It Formula 2 Pyrethrum Insecticide) Many including aphids, caterpillars, fungus gnats (adults), leafhoppers, mealybugs, thrips, Contact insecticide. May be mixed with other insecticides. Pyronyl Crop Spray (Pyrethrins & PBO ) Aphids, caterpillars, fungus gnats, leafhoppers, leafminers, mealybugs, plant bugs, thrips, Contact insecticide. Soybean oil, garlic oil, capsicum oleoresin (Captiva) Repel or suppresses soft- bodied pests such as mites, thrips, psyllids, leafhoppers, Contact repellent foliar insecticide with antifeedant and anti-egg laying properties. By L. Pundt (UConn Extension) and T. Smith (UMass Extension), Updated December Resistance Groups (number and letter) indicate products with a common mode of action based on the Insecticide Resistance Action Committee (IRAC) guidelines. For multiple applications to one crop, select products from different resistant groups. This information is supplied here with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement supplied. Due to constantly changing regulations, we assume no liability for suggestions. Additional products may be available for certain herbs grown in the field. Growers should always read and follow label instructions. Always follow label instructions regarding registered uses and note cautions. To avoid any phytotoxicity problems, spot test first before widespread use

5 Disclaimer for Fact Sheets: The information in this document is for educational purposes only. The recommendations contained are based on the best available knowledge at the time of publication. Any reference to commercial products, trade or brand names is for information only, and no endorsement or approval is intended. UConn Extension does not guarantee or warrant the standard of any product referenced or imply approval of the product to the exclusion of others which also may be available. The University of Connecticut, UConn Extension, College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources is an equal opportunity program provider and employer.

Integrated Pest Management Program Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture UConn Extension

Integrated Pest Management Program Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture UConn Extension Selected insecticides & miticides labeled for insects & mites on vegetable bedding plants and transplants