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Bon-Neem II v. Dr. Earth?

11 years ago

Hi everyone -- Has anyone used Bonide's Bon-Neem II to control powdery mildew and mites in their veggie gardens? I've used it a few times on my crops in my raised beds, but (being a paranoid mom and mom-to-be) I'm now a bit worried about potential toxicity. Any thoughts?

I picked up some Dr. Earth natural insecticide/fungicide sprays today at Home Depot, so I may try those as well -- any thoughts on that product would also be appreciated!


Thanks!

Comments (9)

  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Dr. Earth makes several products. You either need to tell us the exact name of the products as it appears on the label OR a list of all of the active ingredients.

    As far as the Bon-Neem II goes, it has pyrethrins in it. Are you sure you want to be using any kind of chemical products while you're pregnant? I wouldn't. You are on the list of people that should stay away from chemical products....along with young children, the elderly, anyone with impaired liver function, anyone taking medications that affect the liver.

  • 11 years ago

    pure and natural organic disease control fungicide and pure and natural organic vegetable garden insect killer. Thanks!

  • 11 years ago

    Sorry, can't find anything by that exact name.

  • 11 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Seems milder than Bon-Neem.

    Dr. Earth Fungicide (their words): "ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: A potent and superior blend of
    Rosemary Oil, Cloves and Clove Oil, Peppermint Oil, and Malic Acid
    working in synergy with the following. INERT INGREDIENTS: Bentonite, Carrageenan, Cellulose,
    Citric Acid, Citrus Pulp – Orange, Dolomite, Glycerin, Guar Gum, Kaolin,
    L-Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Bicarbonate, Soybean Oil, Distilled Water and
    Yeast."

    Dr. Earth Insect Killer (their words):"ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: A potent and superior blend of
    Rosemary Oil, Sesame Oil, Peppermint Oil, Thyme Oil, Cinnamon Oil, Malic
    Acid and Garlic Extract working in synergy with the following. INERT INGREDIENTS: Beeswax, Calcium Carbonate,
    Carrageenan, Cellulose, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Kaolin, Lecithin, Mustard
    Powder, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Soybean Oil, Wintergreen
    Oil, and Distilled Water"

    And just for contrast, Dr. Earth Pest Control Killer Spray (their words): "IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT SPRAY PLANTS WITH THIS SPRAY. IT WILL BURN THEM. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS:A potent and superior blend of
    Rosemary Oil, Sesame Oil, Peppermint Oil, Thyme Oil, Cinnamon Oil and
    Garlic Extract working in synergy with the following. INERT INGREDIENTS: Beeswax, Calcium Carbonate,
    Carrageenan, Cellulose, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Kaolin, Lecithin, Mustard
    Powder, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Soybean Oil, Wintergreen
    Oil and Distilled Water."

  • 11 years ago

    Thanks everyone!

  • 11 years ago

    Thanks gardengal48! I thought I would stress less with my second child about stuff like this but alas, here I am worrying about eating my veggies I've sprayed with Captain Jacks and Bio-Neem! :/

  • 10 years ago

    @gardengal, noted, but the list of ingredients, both active and inert, in the insect killers are IDENTICAL except for the addition of that malic acid in the formulation that's supposed to be milder? I don't get it.

  • 10 years ago

    I use Monterey neem oil at 2 tablespoons per gallon for spidermites and powdery mildew. Works like a charm. Spray late afternoon when the bees are done and shade plants the next day if it's going to be hot.