Things To Know Before Spraying Neem Oil Insecticide


Azadirachta indica, or more commonly known as the neem tree is found all over the Indian subcontinent and is known for its incredible versatility and usefulness to man. Colloquially known as the "village pharmacy" in India, need tree extract are responsible for more than three fourths of all Ayurvedic remedies.



The seemingly endless medicinal properties of the neem tree have brought it to the forefront of modern science, earning it the moniker of "world's most researched tree."


While the neem tree has seen use in traditional medicine and folk remedies in South Asia for thousands of years, its amazing curative properties are all but unknown in the western world.


Although the most popular neem extract is in the form neem oil, there are many other forms neem extracts can take. Some of these include neem capsules, neem soap, neem tea, neem bark powder and more.





Neem oil insecticide is the perfect alternative to chemical insecticides as they are completely organic and non toxic for the plants of humans.


Applied correctly neem oil insecticide can be a miracle cure for bad bug infestations. If used properly neem oil will only target the garden pest species and leave the beneficial garden insects alone. Here are seven quick tips for using neem oil pesticide in the garden:



  1. Unlike commercial chemical insecticides, neem oil is not a fast acting instant knock down killer. It's mode of operation is to act as a feeding repellent and also interrupt the bug's breeding cycle. Neem oil pesticide has an effect similar to that of insect hormones, making the bug stop eating, mating or even laying eggs if they ingest neem. Eggs don't hatch, larvae don't molt and some insects even forget to fly under the effect of neem oil insecticide. Neem oil needs to be sprayed regularly for the best effect.

  2. Neem oil can harm beneficial insects, including honey bees. Any insect that gets a coat of oil will slowly suffocate and die, regardless of whether they are pests or beneficial insects. To avoid killing the good bubs only spray neem early in the morning or late in the afternoon.

  3. Neem oil insecticide can harm plants. Oil spray burns plants, especially if applied during the heat of the day - neem oil insecticide is no different in this regard. The best policy here is to spray the neem oil early in the morning or late in the afternoon to give it a chance to dry off before the sun reaches its zenith.

  4. While this is not a problem for most people, it should be pointed out that neem oil insecticide can have a negative effect on aquatic organisms. Studies show that need ingredients hurt everything from fish to tadpoles if sprayed directly on bodies of water. While it is safe to spray neem oil near ponds, precaution must be taken not to spray directly on the water.

  5. Depending on where you live neem oil sprays may not be registered as an insecticide or an insect repellent. In certain jurisdictions sellers are strictly forbidden to sell neem oil spray for the specific purpose of killing insects. You likely won't find neem oil sprays under the poison aisle of the local hardware store - ask the clerk where you can buy neem oil.

  6. Pay attention to the kind of neem oil insecticide you buy. Most hardware or garden stores sell the oil as "neem plant spray" or "neem based insecticide" - stay away from these. Most of them are nasty chemical concoctions that will offer none of the benefits of neem oil. Your best option is to buyto buy is raw, cold pressed, organic neem oil with a high Azadirachtin content. If you are having trouble finding raw neem oil at the garden store, try your local health food store!

  7. Despite all the benefits of neem oil in the garden, you should be aware that it stinks. Neem has a distinctive nasty odor of rancid peanut butter, rancid garlic or rancid burnt onions. Be prepared for this smell before you spray your whole garden in neem oil insecticide.