This products main control agent is bifenthrin, a synthetic pyrethroid. There are naturally derived pyrethrins that are just as effective and at less cost.

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I don't use Talstar myself, but I've noticed it used at a large local nursery I frequent. It is labeled for use even in food handling areas, is safe for pets when dry, and definitely effective against a wide range of pests. I've had mealybugs in clivias, bananas, pineapple sage and a few other plants in my greenhouse where I use no pesticides at all. I've tried some of the natural pyrethrins outside against these pests and been disappointed. In the greenhouse, I import predatory insects which are not suitable for use outside the greenhouse. Talstar is quite cheap, and readily available at places like Amazon. I'd give it a try.

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