Pests in your garden can seriously hinder what would be a normally healthy garden. Chemical solutions are a risky choice when it comes to growing food or other plants that get ingested by humans or animals. Here at PGS we have addressed this issue by supporting and selling an amazing, organic pest solution called Green Light Neem.

I have children and dogs that absolutely love to play in my yard. I also have ants and other assorted insects that love it just as much. Oh yeah, and this weather in Sonoma makes a wonderful environment for all sorts of mildew and assorted fungal diseases that attack my lawn and plants.

The problem is most of the controls for both these problems are not only very toxic for my family and pets, but also the environment. We strongly recommended Green Light Neem.

What is it?

Neem is an all natural compound made from the oils of the Neem tree. This tree mostly grows in India and is used there for everything from shampoo to insecticide. The Neem Oil made by Green Light has also been certified an organic material by the Organic Material Review Institue (OMRI).

From what we have read from a report from Cornell University, Neem Oil does not pose a significant threat to human health, although it can cause skin irritation in some individuals. There are warnings on the label about making sure to wash your hands if exposed to it and not to drink the stuff.

The Neem Oil in this container is in concentrated form and has to be mixed with water before using. Once mixed, it can be applied to the lawn, roses, ant beds, or any other areas where you may have an insect problem. Certain tropical plants like Hibiscus are sensitive to other plant oils and it is not recommended for use on these as it can burn the leaves. I should also note that Neem is safe enough to use indoors on houseplants and outside or vegetable plants and fruit trees.

Neem has been shown to be an effective treatment for over 200 insects, to include aphids, ants, whiteflies, and thrips. If you are interested in its effectiveness on insects I suggest reading the report at:

http://www.nysaes.cornell.edu/pp/resourceguide/mfs/08neem.php

Neem has also been shown as an effective treatment for fungal diseases such as powdery mildew, blackspot, and rust.

Does it work?

We have had great luck with the use of this product. Our rose bushes in particular have really responded well to its use. Not only are there no insects plaguing them, but has done a great job fighting the black spot problem we had on their leaves. This product is also toxic when it comes in direct contact with honeybees so we suggest not spraying while they are active.

We have also applied this directly to ant beds and have had good results. This is not going to kill them as quickly as the chemical pesticides out there, but we have had luck with it. There are times when we have had to apply it twice to ant beds before getting rid of them, but it does seem to work.

Our Opinion

Neem will probably be as effective as many of the chemical products out there. It does kill insects, and at the same time protects the lawn and plants from mildew and fungal diseases. The best part is it does both of these things and is safe to use in your yard. You do not have to worry about the long term effect this is going to have on your children or your pets. You can also feel somewhat better knowing you are not hurting the environment either.

We also recommend applying this in the evening. Water and oil on leaves during the day can burn the plant and this also allows the oil to stay on the leaves longer before it evaporates.

We are not going to judge anyone that chooses to use the chemical or synthetic route when it comes to controlling pests in their gardens. Many times the chemical route seems to be more effective, but hurts you, your family, and the plants in the long run. With a dedicated resolve to use just Green Light Neem to control your garden pests, you will reap the benefits of a long term organic pest solution. This includes healthier plants, safer work environments and peace of mind when it comes to you and your families health. Call us today to get more information on pest control. 1-866-PGS-GROW.