OverviewNeem oil is a powerful organic insecticide that is great for the garden, and is the best choice for controlling a variety of pests without harming soil or plants. The oil is harmless to birds, mammals, bees, and other plants.
Uses of Neem Oil:
Neem oil is used to protect plants throughout the growing season because it can kill pests at every stage of their life cycle; when they are eggs, larvae, or adults.
Neem oil is used to control soft-bodied biting insects such as aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, and whiteflies that feed on plant leaves. It is also used to control Japanese beetles, grass larvae, moths, and nematodes.
Sprays containing neem oil extract are used to treat fungal and bacterial diseases such as anthracnose, black spot, blight, fire blight, powdery mildew, and others.
How to use neem oil in its various forms
Dormant spray: It is recommended to apply this spray (in English: Dormant spray) when the plants are dormant or unable to kill pests. For best results, it is recommended to use neem oil on a dry, windless day. The temperature should not be less than 4 degrees Celsius. It is worth noting that spraying plants should be delayed if frost is approaching.
Foliar spray: The foliar spray of neem oil (in English: Foliar spray) is applied directly to the leaves in any