How do you use malathion Bug spray Concentrate?

Mix this concentrate formula with water and apply with a tank sprayer. spray Spectracide malathion insect spray Concentrate thoroughly, covering both upper and lower leaf surfaces and other infested plant parts. Begin treating when insects first appear.

How often should I spray malathion?

Spray up to three times yearly at no less than 11-day intervals. Do not spray strawberries within three days of harvest. However, you can spray them up to four times annually, with at least a week between sprays. Control aphids with a mix of 1.5 to 2 teaspoons of pesticide concentrate to each gallon of water.

How do you dilute malathion?

Dilute Malathion 50% E.C. at the rate of 4 1/2 oz. per gallon of water. Repeat application as necessary.

How do you mix malathion for bug spray?

Mix 1 1/2 to 2 teaspoons of Spectracide malathion concentrate per 1 gallon of water in a tank sprayer to control aphids. Spray the plant thoroughly, covering both the upper and lower surface of leaves and other infected plant parts. Begin treatments as soon as insects appear.

How do you mix malathion 5?

OUTDOOR ADULT MOSQUITO CONTROL: For control of mosquitoes outdoors, use a 2% to 5% Malathion area or fog spray. For a 2% spray, dilute 1 part of MALATHION 5 with 28 parts of water; for 5%, dilute 1 to 11. Repeat as necessary.

How long does malathion last after spraying?

In water, malathion has a half-life between 2 and 18 days, depending on conditions like temperature and pH. Malathion vapor may also move long distances in air or fog.

How do you use Malathion insecticide?

Stay indoors with the windows closed.

If you are outdoors during spraying operations and you can see the spray,avoid contact with it.

Wash fruits and vegetables from your garden before storing,cooking or eating.

Cover outside items like furniture and grills while the spraying is occurring.

How to apply Malathion insecticide?

Malathion Insecticide Concentrate. (4 teaspoonfuls) in 3 L of water and spray on 40 m2 of shrubs. Avoid application of this product when winds are gusty. Do not apply to any body of water. Do notcontaminate irrigation or drinking water supplies or aquatic habitats by cleaning of equipment or disposal of wastes.

How do I use Spectracide malathion?

Protects listed ornamentals,fruits and vegetables

16 fl oz makes up to 48 gallons

32 fl oz makes up to 96 gallons

How much malathion do I mix with water for mosquitoes?

You will mix Malathion at 1 up to 2 pints per 100 gallons of water per acre. For residential use, you will mix 2 to 5 teaspoons per 1 gallon of water or 1,000 sq ft. For more specific application rates please refer to the label. Malathion can stay effective for 1 to 2 years in storage when stored in a cool, dry place.