Tribe.net. Local Connections Rachel http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#07836260-a14d-4da3-a4dd-5dee194c888e 2005-07-13T17:41:44Z 2005-07-13T17:41:44Z

Neem Oil is pretty widely available around here (the SF Bay Area), so just take a look in the toxic (ie fertilizer & pioson) section of any garden shop, you might find it!

Rachel 2005-07-13T17:41:44Z Libertiana http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ab808664-aafe-4f72-a07e-4e5a20581af4 2005-06-21T19:32:59Z 2005-06-21T19:32:59Z

Neem oil is effective (4 teaspoons to a gallon of water--some folks also include a teaspoon or so of dishwashing liquid), as is using strong water sprays, imitating a good rainshower. It knocks the buggies off (be sure to get under the leaves). Using this method I put a serious hurting on the spider mites that were attacking two of my plants. They've yet to return.

Libertiana 2005-06-21T19:32:59Z $item.owner.firstName http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#6ad7b216-056c-464c-bac4-d429a0443df7 2005-06-19T16:49:05Z 2005-06-19T16:49:05Z

If you are using neem oil make sure you don't use it for about 1 to 2 weeks before harvest so you son't have any of the residue and taste left, and you can find neem oil at any garden or hydroponic supply store.

$item.owner.firstName 2005-06-19T16:49:05Z Nathaniel http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ecc950e5-23f3-47b3-ae3c-8b9875ee3491 2005-06-18T02:42:42Z 2005-06-18T02:42:42Z

I use neem oil.. It's great. Mix 4 teaspoons per gallon. Use once every 2-4 weeks. Apply early morning or late afternoon. www.neemfoundation.org

Nathaniel 2005-06-18T02:42:42Z Spidra http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#d28c60ae-affb-4cf6-bf8c-afba2a40a07a 2005-06-14T14:41:32Z 2005-06-14T14:41:32Z

Don't know if these are the same folks: http://www.agrisynthesis.com/

Spidra 2005-06-14T14:41:32Z Amy http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#34c931c9-20a8-4864-8af1-3e93babe96cd 2005-06-14T07:01:35Z 2005-06-14T07:01:35Z

It's a homeopathic spray, and I think you have to get it from an independant distributor. I'll find out more and let you know, it was a sample. I know neem can be bought at a health food store, and that it works, but it's kind of harsh. This stuff was just like water. Let me get back to you for sure.

Amy 2005-06-14T07:01:35Z BlissDancer http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#5cb43ccd-d746-40af-9b11-c15eececccb6 2005-06-13T15:23:59Z 2005-06-13T15:23:59Z

Tell me more about this stuff...I'd like to be prepared in case my garden needs some help later in the season. Application, where you get it etc...thanks! I'm in New Hampshire. Lisa I used this stuff called AGRISYNTHESIS

BlissDancer 2005-06-13T15:23:59Z Amy http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#cb948eec-1b8e-4e19-ac3b-d7bc8e7c5a57 2005-06-13T04:16:39Z 2005-06-13T04:16:39Z

Anyone know what dilution is necessary for this to be an effective bug deterrant? My eggplants are getting CHOMPED!!!! I used this stuff called AGRISYNTHESIS on everything else though and totally rocked. Peppers tomatoes melons etc. are fine..pretty amazing considering my area..Mahalos!!!

Amy 2005-06-13T04:16:39Z