Why cannot it be used on potted plants? Also, can I use it in ornamental plants? I have an Aloe plant looking sick , is it ok to use this product?
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To my knowledge, it can be used on any plant, indoor or outdoor. It also is supposed to prevent any insect infestation. I'd go ahead and use it but you can email the company if you have doubts. They're always eager to help.
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It would simply be a waste on most potted plants. Most potted plants wouldn't need the fungicide or the bug control. It works great on roses or azaleas if diluted correctly. As far as your aloe plant. They are sensitive to overwatering and underwatering. Finding the balance is the key. They also like sunlight but can be burned with to much direct sunlight. Good Luck.
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Everything I used it on got burned (in pots or in ground), and I'm afraid to use it. It killed 4 roses on me. The ones that didn't die went into shock and got stunted, and now its going to take 2 years to recover from that.
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The chemicals become too concentrated for the small space of a pot, where all the roots are confined. In fact, the chemicals can leach through ceramic or clay pots and collect on the outside of the pot as a white crystalline substance. I found this out the hard way. I talked with Bayer, and the person I talked with had the answer that made sense. Use the Bayer spray product for potted plants. And I see they now have spikes that can be used in pots - but only for insects + fertilizer, not for diseases.
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I had the same question and actually called Bayer. They couldn't answer either. I have a potted gardenia that I started from a cutting; it attracts scale like crazy especially over the winter. I ended up diluting the Bayer's by 50% and trying that. It didn't do any damage at least right away that I could see. Loved what it did on my garden plants - great on my roses and phlox here in the Mid-Atlantic region after a mild winter (when every disease and pest comes back with a vengeance.) Reordered it right away when it went on sale at the end of the season.
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This product can be used on orchids. We do recommend testing on a small area of the plant prior to widespread application, as each plant may react differently.
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I don't recommend using it on flowers. If I were spraying around a foundation where there are plants I would be very careful not to get it on the plants.
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i use aloe version on face (it's lighter) & this on rest of body with added essential oils for insect repel. i also use the bar/liquid soaps & therapy shampoo/conditioner too when i know i will be outside during warm months- absolutely love these products.
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I use it on everything.. I mix it in with my potting soil when I use a planter.. I have not had any problems with that it seemed to work well.
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Yes, Sophie, it can be used in conjunction. Try and remember this, with these things, less is more, if your growing a garden in soil or hydro, this will only help keep your soil healthy, and the nutrient availability in hydroponics systems cleaner, while nutrients are kept FLOWING rather than building up, and often creating your #1 & 2 enemies in BOTH systems... BACTERIA! This product helps sustain plants by keeping water fresher. Also..flushes clean out your excess of the Additives/Fertilizers/Etc. that, when used, become salts, and this keeps the plant bound because of poisoning, over time from these salts, they build up and poison the plant. What kills a plant faster than salt?! This keeps the plants from reaching their fullest, most healthy and organic potentials. Any more ?s feel free to ask!! Happy Gardening Sophie!!! "It is a love of the garden which ennobles the spirit of all." ~ Author Unknown
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I have used it on fragile plants with great results but I would read the label first. If you don't have any of the solution please let me know and I be happy to check the label for you.
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Yes, you can use this in pots with plants in them. Make several holes in the soil (with a stick or pencil) evenly spaced around the plant (avoiding the root area) and incorporate Miracle-Gro Water Storing Crystals evenly into the holes. Cover the holes with soil and water thoroughly to activate the water storing properties.
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The major restriction is that it should not be used on edible plants. If your tree is just ornamental, that would likely be okay, but if you use the fruit, it would not be safe. The product label does not otherwise restrict use as to specific plants. You could likely download a copy of the label from Bonide's website.
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It can be a sticky mess if you don't plan before applying. I use a disposable plastic knife or similar, am very careful, and then trow everything in the trash. Just be careful not to get it on other plants, leaves, or anything other than the intended surface, as it is hard to get rid of. Once I got it on my hand by accident and then touched my face and hair (trying to get my hair off my face.) Not a fun experience.But it works really well and is non-toxic.
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high, ya I use it in promix & fill 3 gal pots up with HEALTHY roots. This rocks.but check out maxi crop,azomite,humic&fulvic; acid &mycrozie.; It's all about the Roots! Enjoy!
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I did not use for potted plants. I used with trees. The trees were already planted so I poked holes with a rod and dropped the pellet down the holes.I imaging you could do the same with potted plants.
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It is up to you....I really didn't like it because it has a chemical in it that they use in lice medicine. I used it on my roses a few times......didn't not like it...a hassle to spray on every week...with minimal results. I wouldn't spray it on my food. Never Never Never spray your edible veggie plants. Grows foods that have few pests in your area. Or use row covers and bush varieties etc.
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There is not much you can do about it. Some say the solution is to coat your pot with dish soap but I have never tried this. Just part of the wilderness experience!
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Greetings,Only knowing the hydroponic basics, I can see the incorporation of the LECA into such system. I use LECA in the water trays of my African Violets and Begonias, and in the pots of my Orchids very succesfully indoors. My home is kept at a low humidity from the standard, and the LECA has worked remarkably well keeping constant humidity control around the plant. I have noticed a remarkable positive improvement in a month of use. Hope my answer is helpful to you.
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It's not water soluble. It's sort of like the consistency of sand. I use it on my potted palms by spreading the recomended amount around the outer perimeter of the pot - not near the plant - and it works well.
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Here is the manufacturer's response to the same question (found at http://www.lilyofthedesert.com/product/aloe-gelly/)"The 99% Aloe Vera Gelly is specifically formulated to be a topical only. You can use it to help maintain healthy skin. Our Gels, which contain citric acid, are meant to be used internally to help maintain healthy digestion. We do not recommend using the Gels as a topical as the pH levels are different."