Ferti-lome Neem Concentrate

Ferti-lome Neem is a concentrated neem-oil product for listed insect and fungal problems on lawns, garden plants, shrubs and trees. The concentrate contains 70 percent clarified hydrophobic extract of neem oil. Its product directions cover insects such as aphids, spider mites, scale, whiteflies, beetles and leafrollers, along with plant diseases that include powdery mildew, black spot, downy mildew, anthracnose, rust and leaf spot. Use the exact plant and problem entry before preparing a spray.

Neem is useful for gardeners managing a mix of foliage pests and disease concerns across ornamental beds and edible plantings. Start by checking the undersides of leaves, new growth and the areas where symptoms first appeared. Spider mites and aphids may be easier to find on tender growth, while leaf spots or powdery patches need a closer look to distinguish active disease from old damage. Treating only the affected listed plants makes it easier to keep the application focused.

The product is a concentrate and must be diluted with water. The formal label separates pest and disease directions, with different target concentrations, repeat intervals and precautions. It also calls for attention to plant sensitivity and application conditions. Keep those tables available while mixing. Do not assume that a rate for one disease or insect carries over to another, or that a plant is suitable simply because it is a shrub or vegetable.

This product is intended for outdoor plant care. Avoid runoff into drains or surface water, and do not spray directly onto water. Check the weather and the plant's condition before applying. The label cautions against spraying wilted plants and calls for keeping livestock away from treated areas. For edible plants, follow the specific crop entry and any harvest timing provided there.

A well-timed treatment begins with diagnosis. Look for live insects, fresh feeding or disease signs, then check whether the exact plant and problem appear in the directions. Apply the mixture with the equipment and coverage described for that use. The product's broad garden and landscape scope is helpful when several types of plant are present, but the individual label entries still govern where and how it can be used.

Product labels

SKU 4350, Size Pint, maker product number 16092. Product label PDF: https://www.fertilome.com/ProductFiles/2023/05/16/16092%20Neem%2016%20oz%20PO10396_CL_Final%20label.pdf

Cautions

SKU 4350, Size Pint. CAUTION: Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

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