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Neem Oil Directions - Residential

Neem Oil
Residential Use

For use on flower beds, potted plants, vegetable gardens, lawn and fruit trees.

Can be used for indoor and outdoor container plants.

It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.


READ ENTIRE LABEL BEFORE USE. USE STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH PRECAUTIONARY
STATEMENTS AND DIRECTIONS, AND WITH APPLICABLE STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.


GENERAL INFORMATION
Neem Oil is cold pressed from the seeds of the Indian Neem tree. When Neem Oil is applied to the foliage and roots of plants and surface of growing areas, it will control fungal and insect pests.

USES
Neem Oil can be used on a variety of flowering & potted plants, vegetable gardens, lawn,
ornamentals, and fruit trees as well as indoor and outdoor container gardening.


MIXING
Neem Oil must be diluted with water prior to use. To prepare a sprayable emulsion, mix Neem Oil with water and a surfactant (dish soap, etc.). For 1 quart of water – use 1 teaspoon (tsp.) of Neem Oil with 1/6 tsp. of soap. Shake well. Maximum recommended use rate, when pests are persistent, is 2 tsp. of Neem Oil in 1 quart of water with 1/3 tsp soap. Shake well. For trees only, you can mix 4 tsp. Neem Oil in 1 quart of water with 2/3 tsp of soap. Mix well.


APPLICATION
SHAKE WELL BEFORE AND DURING USE.
Keep mixture agitated during application to maintain consistency.
FOLIAR SPRAY: Spray the diluted solution generously on all leaf surfaces, including the undersides, prior to or at onset of pests. Ensure that both the top and bottom of leaves are wetted. For optimum results, repeat the applications at intervals of 7‐10 days or 1‐2 weeks. Use higher rates and increase spray frequency when pest pressure is high.
Do not apply Neem Oil in direct sunlight. Always spot test plants first for sensitivity to sprays.
Neem Oil may solidify at cooler temperatures. Store above 65oF and below 95oF. If oil thickens, place bottle in warm water.
SOIL DRENCH: This solution can also be used to water the plants to control insects. When needed, soil drenches can be used to control soil borne pests and larvae of pests. When applied as a soil drench, avoid excessive run off.

 

USE RATES
Under normal pest pressure conditions, prepare Neem Oil at a 0.5% dilution. (For 1 quart spray bottle – use 1 tsp. of Neem Oil with 1/6 tsp. of soap, add water to 1 quart. Shake well.)
When pest pressure is high, use the maximum rate of 1.0% dilution of Neem Oil. (4 tsp. in 1 quart of water with 2/3 tsp of soap. Mix well.) Shake well during use to maintain mixture.

STORAGE & DISPOSAL

Pesticide Storage: Keep in original container. Store away from direct sunlight, feed or foodstuffs. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Keep from freezing.

Pesticide Disposal and Container Handling:
If empty: Non‐refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
If partly filled: Call your local solid waste agency or 1‐800‐CLEANUP for disposal instructions.
Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
Non‐refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container. Triple rinse as follows: Empty the remaining contents into application equipment or a mix tank. Fill the container ¼ full with water. Replace and tighten closures. Tip container on its side and roll it back and forth, ensuring at least one complete revolution, for 30 seconds. Stand the container on its end and tip back and forth several times. Turn the container over onto its other end and tip it back and forth several times. Empty the rinsate into application equipment or a mix tank or store rinsate for later use or disposal. Repeat this procedure two
more times. Then offer for recycling, if available, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by incineration, or if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

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.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
This product is hazardous to fish and aquatic invertebrates. For Terrestrial Uses: do not apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water or rinsate.

FIRST AID


If on skin or clothing
Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for about 15
minutes. Call a doctor or poison control center for treatment advice.
If in eyes
Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for about 15 minutes. Remove
contact lenses, if present, after first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes. Call a doctor or poison control center for treatment advice.
If swallowed
Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment.
Have the person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless
instructed to do so by a poison control center or doctor.
If inhaled
Move the person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance and then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth‐to-mouth if possible. Call a doctor or poison control center for treatment advice.

Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or going for treatment.

For emergencies, call the poison control center 1‐800‐222‐1222.