http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#07836260-a14d-4da3-a4dd-5dee194c888e 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! Wed, 13 Jul 2005 17:41:44 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#07836260-a14d-4da3-a4dd-5dee194c888e Rachel 2005-07-13T17:41:44Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ab808664-aafe-4f72-a07e-4e5a20581af4 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. Tue, 21 Jun 2005 19:32:59 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ab808664-aafe-4f72-a07e-4e5a20581af4 Libertiana 2005-06-21T19:32:59Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#6ad7b216-056c-464c-bac4-d429a0443df7 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. Sun, 19 Jun 2005 16:49:05 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#6ad7b216-056c-464c-bac4-d429a0443df7 $item.owner.firstName 2005-06-19T16:49:05Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ecc950e5-23f3-47b3-ae3c-8b9875ee3491 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 Sat, 18 Jun 2005 02:42:42 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#ecc950e5-23f3-47b3-ae3c-8b9875ee3491 Nathaniel 2005-06-18T02:42:42Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#d28c60ae-affb-4cf6-bf8c-afba2a40a07a Don't know if these are the same folks: http://www.agrisynthesis.com/ Tue, 14 Jun 2005 14:41:32 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#d28c60ae-affb-4cf6-bf8c-afba2a40a07a Spidra 2005-06-14T14:41:32Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#34c931c9-20a8-4864-8af1-3e93babe96cd 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. Tue, 14 Jun 2005 07:01:35 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#34c931c9-20a8-4864-8af1-3e93babe96cd Amy 2005-06-14T07:01:35Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#5cb43ccd-d746-40af-9b11-c15eececccb6 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 Mon, 13 Jun 2005 15:23:59 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#5cb43ccd-d746-40af-9b11-c15eececccb6 BlissDancer 2005-06-13T15:23:59Z http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#cb948eec-1b8e-4e19-ac3b-d7bc8e7c5a57 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!!! Mon, 13 Jun 2005 04:16:39 GMT http://greenthumbs.tribe.net/thread/98836041-e568-4cca-b278-bad53c80f6a4#cb948eec-1b8e-4e19-ac3b-d7bc8e7c5a57 Amy 2005-06-13T04:16:39Z