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Tips on Using Neem Oil
By Larry Evans (Blue Pagoda Orchids)
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Pure Neem Oil
will retain its potency much longer if stored at about 40° F in a
low light area such as a refrigerator.
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Do not mix
anything with Neem oil until you are ready to use it. Mix only the
amount of Neem oil you will use in 4 to 6 hours.
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A new batch of
Neem oil, water and a little soap (according to the label) should
be mixed each time you are going to spray.
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The soap
(dishwashing detergent) is used to help emulsify the oil. If no
soap is used the Neem will not mix into solution with the water
and spraying will not be effective.
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Spray the
complete plant including the top of the potting media. Spray
benches, walkways and any surface over which an insect might
travel.
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A mixture of 1
oz. to 1 gallon of water should be used for spraying. A weaker
solution may be used as a maintenance spray. It is impossible to
give a definite schedule for spraying, however a "close eye" will
help each person to adjust a timetable to maintain clean plants.
You will probably not have to spray as often with Neem as with
toxic insecticides.
Neem America makes no claims about
neem and its uses. This article should only be used for
informational purposes. |
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