Sometimes it is impossible to do without the use of insecticides when growing ornamental plants. Using the drug Aktara, the instructions for use of which are attached to the package, it is possible to effectively and quickly affect pests. In addition, it belongs to low-toxic substances, which allows its use for indoor flowers.
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Aktara: benefits for indoor plants
The plant treated by Aktara becomes dangerous for ticks, aphids, midges.
Thiamethoxam contained in it has a neuroparalytic effect on pests.
This occurs already half an hour after the assimilation of the poisonous composition by the insect. In the future, without receiving nutrition, it perishes.
The action of the insecticide does not depend on whether it gets on the surface of the plant by spraying or penetrates the soil when watering. After spraying, the solution is absorbed by the parts of the plant, insects eat them and are exposed to the toxin. When watering, the drug enters the soil, absorbed by the roots, and then the plant fibers.
The protective properties of the drug Aktara remain 24 days after treatment of the aerial parts of the plant and up to 60 after getting into the soil. Actara is a universal remedy for many pests, including soil.
Forms of release and use of the actar insecticide
The drug Aktar sprayed branches and crown of plants, soaked seedlings and seeds of various crops, water the soil for disinfection.Good results can be achieved by soaking potato tubers, but after processing they must be immediately planted in the ground.
There are several forms in which an insecticide is produced:
- Liquid Actara in glass or plastic. Packing in 9 and 250 ml, 1 liter.
- Granules upon dissolution of which a suspension is obtained. They are packed in plastic bags of 1, 2 and 4 g.
- Water-soluble powder in foil bags of 4 g.
- Pills in blisters.
Each form of the drug has a specific percentage of thiamethoxam. The largest amount contains a suspension - up to 35%, least in tablets - 1%. The toxic substance content is indicated on the packaging.
Instructions for use
It is important to follow the instructions for use, which, given the differences in concentration, is different for different forms of release of the drug.
A table is given on the package or on a separate leaflet; the following data are indicated in the columns:
- the culture to be processed;
- annihilated pests;
- consumption rate for various crops;
- working solution consumption per area or per plant;
- method and time of processing;
- frequency of use.
How to breed, how to spray and water
In household use, small packaging of the drug. The best solution would be granules in a package of 4 g. They are dissolved in 5 liters of water. First, make a concentrated solution, the granules should completely dissolve. Then add water to the desired composition. The finished solution is used immediately after preparation.
The agent is sprayed with a plant or spilled soil under it. The solution is suitable for the destruction of whiteflies, aphids, spider mites and many other pests.
To combat soil flies and mosquitoes, 1 g per 10 liters of water is enough. With a solution, water the soil under a diseased flower.
Be sure to follow the recipe, breeding the drug so as not to expose yourself and others to the excessive effects of toxins.
What pests is fighting Aktara
This tool destroys:
- scale insects;
- spider mite;
- whitefly;
- aphid;
- from;
- flower beetles;
- fleas.
When used in a garden, it effectively destroys the Colorado potato beetle on potatoes and other crops, and fights against Maybug larvae.
Treatment of indoor plants with Aktara
Treatment begins at the first manifestation of signs of the disease.
- The plant is best taken out of the living room onto a balcony or courtyard.
- If this is not possible, we place flower pots on a table covered with oilcloth.
- Using a sprayer, we process branches and leaves, we spill the soil. At the same time, we try not to fall on the surrounding objects.
- After the end of the procedure, aerate the room, for some time we do not go there. Do not allow pets to enter there.
- We thoroughly rinse the oilcloth and sprayer and do not use it for food purposes.
When processing flowers in living rooms, you can do without spraying. It is better to use watering the soil with an insecticide.
The destruction of pests will not happen so quickly, because it takes time for the solution to absorb the roots. But in this way the harmful effects on the environment are limited.
Interaction and compatibility with other drugs
This pesticide is compatible with many drugs used in domestic gardening and horticulture. Other insecticides and pesticides belong to the same series. There is no incompatibility with such growth regulators as Kornevin, Epin, Zircon. But in any case, it is better to verify this first hand.
Perform this test: mix a small amount of the drugs that you will use together. If, after shaking the mixture, you do not get a precipitate, sharing is permissible. If a precipitate forms, then do not combine such preparations - you will not get the proper effect.
Actara should not be used with products containing alkaline components.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Actara Insecticide
Among the advantages of the tool can be identified:
- high biological activity;
- with root application, its effectiveness lasts up to 2 months;
- involves use in any weather;
- a small dose is sufficient to obtain the desired effect;
- not addictive with repeated use;
- quick action allows the use of the drug in emergency cases;
- Effectively affects many pests;
- can be applied directly to the ground.
The disadvantage is toxicity. The substance can cause poisoning, but its effects on bees are especially harmful.
Precautions for use
Aktara is a hazardous toxic substance of the 3rd level.
When using it, certain safety rules should be followed, namely:
- Do not process plants in hot weather, with strong winds or rain.
- The best time to work is morning or evening.
- The solution is absorbed by the fibers and roots for 2 hours. In the future, he was no longer afraid of rain and sun.
- Performing processing with the use of the drug, the respiratory system and the human body should be protected from contact with it.
- Avoid getting Aktara solution on neighboring plantings, and especially vegetables, fruits and berries.
- It is necessary to exclude the use of toxic substances near children and pets.
- After finishing work, the protective clothing, containers and sprayer should be thoroughly washed, then do not pour out water near ponds and wells.
- Storage of the drug should be carried out away from food, in a place inaccessible to children.
In an attempt to protect indoor and ground plants from fleas and ticks, using Actara would be the right choice.
This is a drug in which manufacturers have taken into account all the requirements for ease of use and safety of use.
It is noteworthy that the flower absorbs a harmful substance two hours after processing and becomes harmless to others. But for safety reasons, rinse with clean water all its aerial parts.
