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If you want to quickly and efficiently rid potatoes of the hated Colorado potato beetle, and flowers, cabbage, tomatoes, cucumbers from other pests, then pay attention to the Commander remedy for the Colorado potato beetle. The tool affects the whitefly, aphids, bedbugs, thrips, wireworms and other unwanted guests in the garden. In addition, the drug has a beneficial effect on growth and protects plants from diseases.
Description of the Commander
The main active ingredient of the insecticide is imidacloprid – it is a fairly strong organic poison. Concentration: 1 liter – 200 grams.
The drug is produced in vials or ampoules of different volumes, there is also a “Commander” in the form of a powder.
The main advantages of using the tool include:
- the product does not lose its properties at high temperatures;
- the drug is endowed with a wide range of effects;
- spent sparingly;
- sufficiently resistant to washing with water and rain;
- the drug is easy to use;
- is low toxic to nature;
- only one treatment per season is needed;
- accelerates germination;
- protects plants from various diseases;
- does not cause resistance in pests;
- lingers in plant cells for a long time, so new shoots and leaves are also protected.
Reviews about the drug indicate that it is quite effective and affordable.
How it works
The pest control agent enters through the root system, leaves, stems. Harmful insects, when eating plants, also absorb poison. As a result, there is a violation in the work of their nervous system, the pest stops moving and soon dies.
Mode of application
“Commander” from the Colorado potato beetle, the instructions for the use of which consists of only a few points, will allow you to grow a good and large crop, protect plants from diseases, and most importantly – from pests.
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So, it is necessary to dilute 1 ampoule of the drug in 1 liter of water. Mix well. It should be noted that the drug is perfectly mixed with water, forming a homogeneous consistency. Further, if necessary, you can add more water to get the desired volume. After all, the amount of solution depends on the type of plant. Spray plants during the growing season.
We also draw your attention to the fact that spraying must be carried out under the following conditions:
- in calm weather;
- it is advisable to do this in the morning or in the evening;
- it is better to choose a day without rain, despite the fact that the drug is quite resistant to water.
We also note that its effect is from 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the type of pest, the plant itself and weather conditions.
If potatoes are processed
Potatoes can be treated with the drug immediately before planting, or ground parts can be sprayed.
If you plan to treat the plant before planting, which will significantly reduce the likelihood of it being destroyed by insects, prepare the following solution: dilute 10 ml of the drug in 2 liters of water. Now you need to lay out the tubers on a horizontal surface and spray with a solution. Further, after the tubers dry, they are turned over and the procedure is repeated. Planting material is ready. For 100 kg of potatoes, approximately 1,5 liters of solution will be required.
If it is necessary to treat potato areas affected by aphids, the Colorado potato beetle or other pests, then prepare a solution: 10 liters of water and 2 ml of the drug. Spraying occurs during the growing season: 1 weaving – 1 liter of solution.
If tomatoes and cucumbers are processed
To process these vegetable crops, 10 liters of water and 5 ml of pest control are required. Plants are sprayed during the growing season. In just three days, all pests will die.
You will need 1 liter of solution per 10 sq. m of plants.
If onions are processed
To process the onion, you will need a solution: 2 liters of water and 1 ml of the product. Onion beds are treated by drip irrigation.
You will use 1 liter of solution per 10 sq. m of plants. Within 3 weeks, all plantings will completely get rid of pests.
If apple trees are processed
Apple trees, thanks to the “Commander”, will get rid of weevils and sucking pests.
Spray trees during the growing season at the rate of 5 liters of water and 2 ml of the product. The wait will be 30 days.
However, “Commander” should not be mixed with drugs that have an alkaline reaction. Thus, carefully study the product with which you plan to mix the “Commander” in order to avoid harming the plants and your health.
Safety measures
Like any other drug for the destruction of pests, “Commander” also requires careful handling. The drug has a third hazard class. The solution is prepared in a container that is not related to cooking or is not used as a dish.
Do not allow children or pets to spray. Carry out spraying in an open area at a calm time.
After spraying, you need to take a shower and wipe your hands and face with a disinfectant.
Do not forget to keep the drug out of the reach of children.