Monterey Qt Garden Insect Spray Contains Spinosad

Monterey Qt Garden Insect Spray has been formulated to target pests like caterpillars, leafminers, thrips, borers, mites, codling moths, and more. It applies to exterior plants such as flowers, shrubs, vegetables, lawns and fruit trees. It's also a product to control fire ants in lawns and other outdoor areas.

Made with Spinosad

Spinosad is a unique ingredient derived from soil bacteria. It damages insects’ nervous systems, causing them to stop feeding and die soon thereafter. Spinosad is a favorite organic insecticide because it is effective and relatively non-toxic to humans, animals, and many beneficial insects.

Applications

It’s safe to use on outdoor ornamental plants (flowers, shrubs) and on edibles including tomatoes, lettuce, apples and pears. It’s also excellent for grass pests and fire ants on lawns and turf.

How It Works

Spinosad assaults the nervous system of insects that consume or contact the spray. Soon after, they stop feeding and are usually dead within 24 to 48 hours. The spray kills pests because of its workings, although it is less harmful to beneficial insects if used judiciously.

Pest Control Coverage

Monterey Qt Garden Insect Spray controls a large number of pests on the list:

• Chewing pests: Caterpillars, armyworms, loopers, borers, corn earworms, and hornworms.
• Sucking pests: Sucking pests include thrips, leaf miners and few beetles.
• Fruit pests: Codling moths and other fruit-damaging larvae.
• Soil pests: Fire ants in lawns and garden beds.

How to Use It

The spray is simple to prepare and apply, using everyday garden sprayers.

1. Shake well before use. Use 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) per gallon of water for general applications.
2. Apply the mixture to plant leaves with a hand-held or hose-end sprayer, targeting both tops and bottoms of leaves.
3. Apply in the early morning or late afternoon to keep from harming pollinators such as bees.
4. Spray every 5-7 days or after heavy rain until infestation is controlled.
5. 1 qt makes up to 16 gallons of spray, enough for large gardens.

Safe for Organic Gardening

OMRI Listed® Monterey Qt Garden Insect Spray has been reviewed by the Organic Materials Review Institute and is approved for organic gardening. Organic gardeners can feel good about spraying this on their plants, without threatening their organic certification.

Safety Tips

The spray is not harmful if used correctly, but some precautions can help safeguard people, pets and the environment.

• Keep pets and children off until the spray has dried.
• Protect the hands, arms and eyes with gloves, long sleeves and eye protection when spraying the etching solution.
• Do not spray near bodies of water (ponds or streams).
• Do not spray on blooming plants in order to protect bees.
• Dispose of empty cans in a proper manner in according with local disposal options.

Tips for Better Results

Here are ways gardeners can make the best use of this product:

• Apply at the first signs of pest damage.
• Spray the plant thoroughly, particularly under the leaves.
• Apply various pest control mechanisms to avoid resistance.
• Monitor which pests are present, and when to apply treatments.
• Healthy plants can resist pest damage more easily and recover more quickly.

A Smart Choice for Gardeners

Monterey Qt Garden Insect Spray is a great option for gardeners who want strong pest control without harmful chemicals. It works on many common garden pests, is easy to use, and is approved for organic gardening. 

Whether used on vegetables, lawns, or flowers, it helps keep gardens healthy and pest-free, while being safe for people, pets, and the environment when used properly.