Organic Pest & Disease Control
The following products provide best results, low toxicity, best formulation and bee safety at the lowest cost.
Featuring natural and organic products, ideal for eliminating pests and diseases in your garden.
Always check the label of your product before using. Mixing ratios, reapplication timelines, and instructions for application will all differ between products and insect types. All this information can be found on the label (usually at the back).
Grosafe Enspray 99 Oil is a Biogro-registered organic. It is the finest high-tech mineral oil available to home gardeners. It provides very good control of aphids, thrips, whitefly, mites, scale, and mealy bug.
Historically, the main use has been as a clean-up spray for overwintering forms of insects on deciduous fruit trees, However this high-grade oil is safe to use on most crops for control of sucking insects. It has proven effective for control of whitefly on citrus.
It is not a poison and kills by smothering action.
- Rated – Essential
- Nil withholding period on food crops. (Wash well)
- Safe to bees.
- In most situations, Enspray 99 Oil is the best, safest, lowest cost option for controlling sucking insects mentioned.
Available instore but
not online at this time.
Naturally Neem is based on an extract from the neem tree (azidirachton) which has insecticidal properties.
Naturally Neem controls most common sucking insects in the garden – aphids, thrips, mites, white fly, psyllids, mealy bug & scale. It does not control caterpillars or beetles. Naturally Neem is safe to bees once the spray has dried on the plant. Do not spray when bees are present and active.
In most situations, Enspray 99 Oil is more cost effective. However Naturally Neem has a place where there is a heavy infestation and complete coverage with Enspray 99 Oil spray is more difficult and is sometimes softer on plants with tender foliage.
- Rated – Useful at times.
- Nil withholding period on food crops. (Wash well)
- Safe to bees once spray has dried on the plant.
- The only registered Neem product approved for use on food crops.
(Other Neem products may contain the highly toxic impurity – aflatoxin and should not be used).
Grosafe Free Flo Copper is a high-grade form of copper hydroxide, especially developed for control of PSA in the Kiwifruit industry. Grosafe Free Flo Copper is used in a number of situations.
- Winter – early spring application to pip and stone fruit as a protectant spray.
- For diseases of sub-tropical fruits – avocado, citrus, passionfruit.
- For control of blights, leaf spots and downy mildew, plus bacterial spots of tomatoes, potatoes, celery, beans, peas, and strawberries.
- Leaf spots and downy mildew on roses and ornamentals.
Grosafe Free Flo Copper is a fine, dispersible granule which pours freely and can be measured like a liquid. 5 grams equals 5mls.
- Rated – Essential
- Nil withholding period on food crops. (Wash well)
- Safe to bees.
- By far the most cost effective copper product available to home gardeners.
View Botryzen 160g
Botry-Zen is a powdered form of Ulocladium oudemansii – a natural fungus which colonises the fruiting area preventing pathogenic rotting fungi or bacteria from establishing. Non-invasive and causes no damage to live plant tissue.
Botry-Zen is effective against botrytis, sclerotinia and brown rot fungal diseases plus some bacterial diseases such as PSA. Approved for use on berry fruit, stone fruit, grapes, avocados and kiwifruit.
An excellent option for edible food crops and situations where Fungus Fighter is unsuitable to use.
- Rated – Useful at times.
- Nil withholding period on food crops. (Wash well)
- Certified organic, non-toxic, environmentally friendly & bee safe.
Available instore but
not online at this time.
DE-BUG (Diatomaceous Earth) is a natural, abrasive, powdered form of fossilised shells. The powder absorbs lipids from the waxy layer of insect exoskeletons, cracking the joints open and causing them to die very quickly from dehydration.
Effective to kill and control sucking, chewing & crawling insects such as slugs, snails, caterpillars, moths, earwigs, beetles, fruit flies, aphids, borers, thrips, ants, etc. DEBUG is especially useful for treatment of caterpillars, where other pesticides struggle.
DE is in an incredibly versatile resource and more effective than other options. Apply by lightly dusting the affected area, or dissolve into water and apply as a spray at 4gm per litre.
- Rated – Useful at times.
- Nil withholding period on food crops.
- Certified organic, non-toxic, environmentally friendly & bee friendly.
View Quash Pellets 400g
Tui Quash is based on the common garden fertiliser – chelated iron. It is of very low toxicity, safe to use where pets roam, and breaks down into fertiliser.
Not as fast acting as metaldehyde baits such as Blitzem, or as long lasting as Baysol, but provides good control with total peace of mind.
- Not Organic – Quash is the most natural and environmentally friendly product to manage slugs & snails.
- Rated – Essential
- Safer to pets & wildlife.
- Lasts longer in damp conditions.
Monthly Spray Schedule
We’ve provided an in-depth guide to spraying fruits, vegetables and ornamentals based on insects and diseases prevalent per month. We believe that the best treatment comes from setting up preventative measures. For best success, follow these prompts and reduce pest and diseases from wreaking havoc in your gardens.
For ease, follow these links to view a particular month.
January — February — March — April — May — June
July — August — September — October — November — December
– January –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Naturally Neem | If a spray programme has been followed in Oct-Nov, there should be minimal problem until after harvest. If insects do appear and picking is close, spray with Naturally Neem. If there is wet weather during harvest, botrytis will be a problem. Botry-Zen is your solution. |
| Currants | Harvesting late varieties – no controls required. | |
| Figs | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Spray Passion Vine Hopper if they appear. |
| Blueberries | Harvesting late varieties – no controls required. | |
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Naturally Neem + Botry-Zen | Continue to apply Naturally Neem to control Codling Moth. If you’re following a repeating spray program of Grosafe Free Flo Copper, you may not have any fungal diseases. If you’re finding botrytis and brown-rot to be an issue, treat with Botry-Zen. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Naturally Neem | Harvesting of early varieties of apricots, cherries & plums begins late Dec. Insects are unlikely to be present but if they are, spray all leaf surfaces with Naturally Neem, which has a nil withholding period. Do not use other unregistered neem products as they are likely to contain toxins. For treatment of botrytis and brown rot fungal conditions, apply Botryzen. |
| Grapes | Botry-Zen | Apply Botry-Zen to control black spot and powdery mildew. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are present. |
| Persimmon | Naturally Neem | If leaf rollers are present. |
| Citrus | Grosafe Enspray 99 + Free Flo Copper (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. If leaf rollers or thrips are present, add Naturally Neem. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | DEBUG | Use DEBUG to control leaf roller if it appears. Add Enspray 99 Oil if mealy bug and scale are a problem. |
| Guava | Naturally Neem | Only spray if thrips are a problem. |
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Spray with Naturally Neem to control white fly. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper to treat leaf spot and powdery mildew. |
| Strawberries | Botry-Zen + Naturally Neem | For control of botrytis, spray with Botry-Zen. If insects are bad, take the opportunity between fruit flushes to apply Naturally Neem. |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | Naturally Neem | Spray Naturally Neem for aphids, only if they appear. |
| Beans | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem for aphids and white fly if they appear. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Use Botry-Zen instead if botrytis and sclerotinia are present. |
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Grosafe Enspray 99 | If aphids appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons or at first sign of leaf spot, apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper. |
| Cucurbits | Naturally Neem | Spray with Naturally Neem at first sign of white fly and at 2 week intervals. Add Botry-Zen to protect against powdery mildew if it appears. |
| Garlic | Harvesting this season. No treatment necessary. | |
| Onions | Close to harvest now and pests should not be a problem. | |
| Potatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear, spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. One application should be sufficient. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | For control of aphids, thrips, and mites, Naturally Neem will control a wide range of insect pests with regular application. If scale or mealy bug are persistent, switch to Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Apply Free Flo Copper at 3-weekly intervals for a protective coating against a range of fungal diseases. For severe cases of black spot, botrytis, powdery and downy mildew, apply Botry-Zen. |
| Shrubs & Perennials | Naturally Neem | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed with Naturally Neem at first sign of insect pests. This will control aphids, thrips, and mites. For severe infestations of scale or mealy bug, treat with Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. For wet seasons, an application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper is advisable to protect against mildews and leaf spots. |
– February –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Harvesting Blackberries. Naturally Neem can be used for treatment of insects during harvest. Upholding a regular preventative spray program earlier will have protected your plants so you have a clean and bug-free harvest. | |
| Currants | Harvesting late varieties – no controls required. | |
| Figs | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Spray Passion Vine Hopper if they appear. |
| Blueberries | Harvesting late varieties – no controls required. | |
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Naturally Neem + Botry-Zen | One last spray of Naturally Neem to control Codling Moth this month for later-maturing varieties. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Naturally Neem | Harvesting of late apricots, peaches, nectarines & plums continues. If aphids or mites are present, spray thoroughly to completely wet both leaf surfaces with Naturally Neem. Has a nil withholding period. Do not use other unregistered neem products as they are likely to contain toxins. |
| Grapes | Botry-Zen | Apply at 3-weekly intervals to control black spot, downy mildew, and powdery mildew. Protect from birds with netting. |
| Persimmon | Naturally Neem | If leaf rollers are present. |
| Citrus | Grosafe Enspray 99 + Free Flo Copper (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. If leaf rollers or thrips are present, add Naturally Neem. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | DEBUG | Use DEBUG to control leaf roller if it appears. Add Enspray 99 Oil if mealy bug and scale are a problem. |
| Guava | Naturally Neem | Only spray if thrips are a problem. |
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + DEBUG | Apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper at monthly intervals to control powdery mildew. Add DEBUG if aphids, white fly and caterpillars are present. |
| Strawberries | Botry-Zen + Naturally Neem | For control of botrytis, spray with Botry-Zen. If insects are bad, take the opportunity between fruit flushes to apply Naturally Neem. |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | Naturally Neem | Spray Naturally Neem for aphids or mites, only if they appear. |
| Beans | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem for aphids, white fly and mites. Use Botry-Zen if botrytis and sclerotinia are present. |
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids or white fly appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons or at first sign of leaf spot, apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper. |
| Cucurbits | Naturally Neem | Spray with Naturally Neem at first sign of white fly and at 2 week intervals. Add Botry-Zen to protect against powdery mildew if it appears. |
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | Harvesting | |
| Potatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn | DEBUG | If aphids or caterpillars appear, treat with DEBUG. One application should be sufficient. |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | For control of aphids, thrips, and mites, Naturally Neem will control a wide range of insect pests with regular application. If scale or mealy bug are persistent, switch to Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Apply Free Flo Copper at 3-weekly intervals for a protective coating against a range of fungal diseases. For severe cases of black spot, botrytis, powdery and downy mildew, apply Botry-Zen. |
| Shrubs & Perennials | Naturally Neem | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed with Naturally Neem at first sign of insect pests. This will control aphids, thrips, and mites. For severe infestations of scale or mealy bug, treat with Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. For wet seasons, an application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper is advisable to protect against mildews and leaf spots. |
– March –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Harvesting Blackberries. Naturally Neem can be used for treatment of insects during harvest. Upholding a regular preventative spray program earlier will have protected your plants so you have a clean and bug-free harvest. | |
| Currants | ||
| Figs | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Spray Passion Vine Hopper if they appear. |
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Naturally Neem to control Codling Moth and leaf curling midge. Grosafe Free Flo Copper to control black spot. Apply at 3-weekly intervals. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Naturally Neem | Harvesting of late peaches, nectarines & plums in coming to an end. If aphids or mites are present, spray thoroughly to completely wet both leaf surfaces with Naturally Neem. Has a nil withholding period. If brown rot is present, it is too late. Pay attention to spraying at blossom time and immediately after. |
| Grapes | Harvesting | |
| Persimmon | DEBUG | If leaf rollers are present. |
| Citrus | Grosafe Enspray 99 + Free Flo Copper (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. If leaf rollers or thrips are present, add DEBUG. |
| Avocado | ||
| Feijoa | DEBUG | Use DEBUG to control leaf roller if it appears. Add Enspray 99 Oil if mealy bug and scale are a problem. |
| Guava | Naturally Neem | Only spray if thrips are a problem. |
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper at monthly intervals to control powdery mildew. Add Naturally Neem if aphids and white fly are present, or DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. |
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | Naturally Neem | Spray Naturally Neem for aphids or mites, only if they appear. |
| Beans | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem for aphids, white fly and mites. Shield bug and caterpillars can be controlled with DEBUG. |
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids or white fly appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons or at first sign of leaf spot, apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper. |
| Cucurbits | Naturally Neem | Spray with Naturally Neem at first sign of white fly and at 2 week intervals. Add Botry-Zen to protect against powdery mildew if it appears. |
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | Harvesting late crops. | |
| Potatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | For control of aphids, thrips, and mites, Naturally Neem will control a wide range of insect pests with regular application. If scale or mealy bug are persistent, switch to Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Apply Free Flo Copper at 3-weekly intervals for a protective coating against a range of fungal diseases. For severe cases of black spot, botrytis, powdery and downy mildew, apply Botry-Zen. |
| Shrubs & Perennials | Naturally Neem | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed with Naturally Neem at first sign of insect pests. This will control aphids, thrips, and mites. For severe infestations of scale or mealy bug, treat with Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. For wet seasons, an application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper is advisable to protect against mildews and leaf spots. |
– April –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles | ||
| Currants | ||
| Figs | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Spray Passion Vine Hopper if they appear. |
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Harvesting | |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | ||
| Grapes | ||
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | Grosafe Enspray 99 + Free Flo Copper (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. If leaf rollers or thrips are present, add DEBUG. |
| Avocado | ||
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper at monthly intervals to control powdery mildew. Add Naturally Neem if aphids and white fly are present, or DEBUG for caterpillars. |
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids or white fly appear. In wet seasons or at first sign of leaf spot, apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper. |
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | ||
| Potatoes | ||
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Grosafe Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 week intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem immediately, and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | For control of aphids, thrips, and mites, Naturally Neem will control a wide range of insect pests with regular application. If scale or mealy bug are persistent, switch to Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. Apply Free Flo Copper at 3-weekly intervals for a protective coating against a range of fungal diseases. For severe cases of black spot, botrytis, powdery and downy mildew, apply Botry-Zen. |
| Shrubs & Perennials | Naturally Neem | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed with Naturally Neem at first sign of insect pests. This will control aphids, thrips, and mites. For severe infestations of scale or mealy bug, treat with Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. For wet seasons, an application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper is advisable to protect against mildews and leaf spots. |
– May –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles | ||
| Currants | ||
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit Stone Fruit Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray with Copper and Oil at 50% leaf fall, repeated after total leaf fall protects the leaf scars from infection and cleans up insects that might overwinter. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | Grosafe Enspray 99 + Free Flo Copper (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. If leaf rollers or thrips are present, add DEBUG. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply a copper spray to protect against anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper at monthly intervals to control powdery mildew. Add Naturally Neem if aphids and white fly are present, or DEBUG for caterpillars. |
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | ||
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids or white fly appear. In wet seasons or at first sign of leaf spot, apply Grosafe Free Flo Copper. |
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | ||
| Potatoes | ||
| Tomatoes | ||
| Sweet Corn |
– June –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles | ||
| Currants | ||
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit Stone Fruit Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray with Copper and Oil at 50% leaf fall, repeated after total leaf fall protects the leaf scars from infection and cleans up insects that might overwinter. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | ||
| Avocado | ||
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | ||
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem to control white butterfly, diamond back moth, aphids, and white fly. Use Grosafe Free Flo Copper if downy mildew or ringspot are present. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | ||
| Celery | ||
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | ||
| Potatoes | ||
| Tomatoes | ||
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | An early winter spray with Copper and Oil protects the leaf scars from infection and cleans up insects that might overwinter. A repeat spray in late July or early August is also recommended. |
| Shrubs |
– July –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles | ||
| Currants | ||
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit Stone Fruit Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray with Copper and Oil at 50% leaf fall, repeated after total leaf fall protects the leaf scars from infection and cleans up insects that might overwinter. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | ||
| Avocado | ||
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | ||
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | DEBUG | White butterfly can still be causing damage. Apply DEBUG to control white butterfly, and diamond back moth. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | ||
| Celery | ||
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | ||
| Potatoes | ||
| Tomatoes | ||
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A late winter spray with Copper and Oil protects the leaf scars from infection and cleans up insects that overwinter – in particular aphids, mites, mealy bug, and scale. |
| Shrubs | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | As with roses, a clean up spray is beneficial for all other deciduous and evergreen shrubs. Please note: evergreen plants should be reduced to a 1% oil spray content. See label for mix rates. |
– August –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Following pruning out all canes an shortening back new canes, apply an Oil spray to combat soft scale, aphids, & mites, and Free Flo Copper spray for dryberry disease (downy mildew). |
| Currants | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Prune to shape and apply an Oil spray to combat aphids and passion vine hopper, and Copper for fungal disease. |
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Following pruning, apply Enspray 99 Oil spray to combat scale, mites, leaf curling midge, & mealy bug. Add Free Flo Copper for black spot. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Following pruning, apply Enspray 99 Oil spray to combat scale, mites, thrips, & cherry pear slug. Add Free Flo Copper for fungal diseases. |
| Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Following pruning, apply Enspray 99 Oil spray to combat scale, mites, and thrips. Add Free Flo Copper for black spot. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | ||
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | To minimise anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | ||
| Strawberries |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | If roses have not had a winter spray, now is the last opportunity before bud burst. Apply Copper to protect against black spot and downy mildew. Add an Oil spray to control overwintering stages of insects – aphids, scale, and mealy bug. |
| Shrubs |
– September –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | From bud burst onwards, spray at 3-4 weekly intervals for protection from insect pests and dryberry (downy mildew), leaf spot, and botrytis. |
| Currants | ||
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | ||
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Apply prior to bud burst and repeat at petal fall. For some varieties/regions For some regions and later varieties, this will extend into October. For cases of strong black spot, apply Botry-Zen as a treatment. As trees begin to bloom, now is the time to place Codling Moth pheromone traps to protect against these later in the season. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Will control shot hole and leaf curl if applied during bud burst. For control of brown rot, apply Botry-Zen Add Naturally Neem if aphids are present. |
| Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Free Flo Copper to combat black spot, powdery & downy mildews. For persistent fungal conditions, treat with Botry-Zen. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | ||
| Avocado | ||
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | ||
| Strawberries |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear on young growth, spray with Naturally Neem. |
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | ||
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | ||
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | ||
| Onions | ||
| Potatoes | ||
| Tomatoes | ||
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | For control of most pests and diseases of roses, including downy mildew. Apply at 3-weekly intervals throughout spring. For treatments of caterpillars, DEBUG will be effective. |
| Shrubs | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed at first sign of insect or disease. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are present. |
– October –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | From bud burst onwards, spray at 3-4 weekly intervals for protection from insect pests and dryberry (downy mildew), leaf spot, and botrytis. Add DEBUG if caterpillars and other insects are persistent. |
| Currants | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem if aphids appear (usually distorting new growth). |
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | DEBUG | Apply DEBUG to protect against leaf roller. |
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Continue applying a Copper & Oil spray to protect against insect and fungal infection. For cases of black spot, apply Botry-Zen as a treatment. If you hadn’t done so in September, Codling Moth pheromone traps must be placed now to protect your crops. Add DEBUG to your routine to control Codling moth egg and larvae. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | ||
| Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Free Flo Copper to combat black spot, powdery & downy mildews. For persistent fungal conditions, treat with Botry-Zen. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. Add DEBUG if caterpillars or thrips are a problem. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Copper to protect against anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | Naturally Neem | For pest insect treatment. Mealy bug and scale may be prevalent. |
| Guava | ||
| Tamarillo | ||
| Strawberries | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Free Flo Copper to control leaf spots. Add Naturally Neem if aphids or mites appear. Spray only as necessary or in wet seasons. Apply a monthly treatment of Botry-Zen for control of botrytis. |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | ||
| Beans | ||
| Broad Beans | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear on young growth, spray with Naturally Neem. |
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem or DEBUG | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. Phytotoxicity may appear on brassicas, in which case consider applying DEBUG is a gentler option for the plant health. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. |
| Cucurbits | Naturally Neem | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. |
| Garlic | Naturally Neem | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. |
| Onions | Naturally Neem | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. |
| Potatoes | Naturally Neem | Keep a watch for aphids on spring planted vegetables and spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. |
| Tomatoes | ||
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | For control of most pests and diseases of roses, including downy mildew. Apply at 3-weekly intervals throughout spring. For treatments of caterpillars, DEBUG will be effective. |
| Shrubs | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Enspray 99 | A close watch should be kept on plants and sprayed with Naturally Neem at first sign of insect pests. This will control aphids, thrips, and mites. For severe infestations of scale or mealy bug, treat with Grosafe Enspray 99. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. For wet seasons, an application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper is advisable to protect against mildews and leaf spots. Note: Spraying plants susceptible to leaf roller in late Sept/Oct will prevent insect build up and minimise later damage. Otherwise keep a close watch and spray as required. |
– November –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Spray at 3-4 weekly intervals for dryberry (downy mildew), and leaf spot. Add DEBUG if caterpillars and other insects are persistent. |
| Currants | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem if aphids appear (usually distorting new growth). |
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | DEBUG | Apply DEBUG to protect against leaf roller. |
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Continue applying a Copper & Oil spray to protect against insect and fungal infection. For cases of black spot, apply Botry-Zen as a treatment. If you hadn’t done so in September, Codling Moth pheromone traps must be placed now to protect your crops. Add DEBUG to your routine to control Codling moth egg and larvae. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | ||
| Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Free Flo Copper to combat black spot, powdery & downy mildews. For persistent fungal conditions, treat with Botry-Zen. |
| Persimmon | ||
| Citrus | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. Add DEBUG if caterpillars or thrips are a problem. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Copper to protect against anthracnose. |
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Only spray if thrips are a problem. |
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Free Flo Copper to protect against leaf spot and powdery mildew. |
| Strawberries | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Free Flo Copper to control leaf spots. Add Naturally Neem if aphids or mites appear. Spray only as necessary or in wet seasons. Apply a monthly treatment of Botry-Zen for control of botrytis. |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | Naturally Neem | Spray for aphids, only if they appear. |
| Beans | Naturally Neem | Naturally Neem for aphids and white fly. Caterpillars or shield bug may also be present, these are best controlled with DEBUG. |
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | DEBUG | Apply DEBUG to control aphids and white butterfly caterpillar. In cool, wet seasons, add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against downy mildew. |
| Capsicum | ||
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons, or at first sign, add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against septoria leaf spot. |
| Cucurbits | ||
| Garlic | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear, spray at first sign. |
| Onions | Naturally Neem | If aphids or thrips appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons, or at first sign, add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against downy mildew. |
| Potatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 weekly intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem at first sign and at 10 day intervals. |
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 weekly intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem at first sign and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Grosafe Free Flo Copper protects against black spot, downy mildew, powdery mildew, and rust. For persisting issues, treat with Botry-Zen. Naturally Neem controls aphids, mites, and other chewing insects. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. |
| Shrubs | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Grosafe Free Flo Copper protects against leaf spot and downy mildew. For persisting issues, treat with Botry-Zen. Naturally Neem controls aphids, mites, and other chewing insects. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. |
– December –
| FRUIT | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Brambles: Raspberries, Blackberries, etc. | Naturally Neem | If a spray program has been followed in Oct-Nov, there should be minimal problem until after harvest. If insects do appear, spray with Naturally Neem. If there is wet weather during harvest, botrytis will be a problem. Apply Botry-Zen to treat this. |
| Currants | Harvesting early varieties – no controls required. | |
| Figs | ||
| Blueberries | Harvesting early varieties – no controls required. | |
| Pip Fruit: Apples, Pears, & Nashi | DEBUG + Botry-Zen | Continue to apply DEBUG to control Codling moth. If the season is wet and black spot continues to be a problem, apply Botry-Zen as a treatment. |
| Stone Fruit: Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches, Plums, Cherries, etc. | Naturally Neem | Harvesting of early varieties of apricots, cherries, and plums begins late Dec. If insects are present, spray thoroughly to completely wet both leaf surfaces with Naturally Neem. Brown rot may be an issue through harvesting season. Treat with Botry-Zen. |
| Grapes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Apply Free Flo Copper to combat black spot, powdery & downy mildews. For persistent fungal conditions, treat with Botry-Zen. Add Naturally Neem if insects appear. |
| Persimmon | DEBUG | If leaf roller are present. |
| Citrus | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | A spray of Grosafe Free Flo Copper plus Enspray 99 Oil every 6 weeks through summer will protect against verrucosis and brown rot, and keep sucking insects at bay. Add DEBUG if caterpillars or thrips are a problem. |
| Avocado | Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Copper to protect against anthracnose. Add Grosafe Enspray 99 as necessary for pest insects. |
| Feijoa | ||
| Guava | Grosafe Enspray 99 | Only spray if thrips are a problem. |
| Tamarillo | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Grosafe Enspray 99 (can be mixed together) | Apply Free Flo Copper at monthly intervals to control powdery mildew. Add Enspray 99 for pest insects. |
| Strawberries | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | This combination will control leaf spots and most insects. Apply a monthly treatment of Botry-Zen for control of botrytis. |
| VEGETABLES | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Aubergine/Eggplant | Naturally Neem | Spray for aphids or mites, only if they appear. |
| Beans | Naturally Neem | Spray Naturally Neem prior to flowering to protect from aphids, white fly, and mites. Caterpillars or shield bug may also be present, these are best controlled with DEBUG. In wet seasons add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against leaf spots. For treatment of botrytis or sclerotinia, apply Botry-Zen. |
| Broad Beans | ||
| Brassicas: Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cabbage, etc. | Naturally Neem or DEBUG | Spray Naturally Neem to control aphids. Apply DEBUG to control white butterfly and diamond back moth. An application of Grosafe Free Flo Copper can protect against downy mildew. |
| Capsicum | Naturally Neem | Spray for aphids or mites only if they appear. |
| Carrots | Naturally Neem | Apply Naturally Neem every 7-10 days to keep carrot rust fly at bay. |
| Celery | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons, or at first sign, add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against septoria leaf spot. |
| Cucurbits | Naturally Neem + Grosafe Free Flo Copper | Spray with Naturally Neem at first sign of white fly, and at 2 week intervals. Add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against powdery and downy mildews. For cases of botrytis, apply Botry-Zen as a treatment. |
| Garlic | Harvesting is approaching. Problems should be minimal. | |
| Onions | Naturally Neem | If aphids or thrips appear, spray at first sign. In wet seasons, or at first sign, add Grosafe Free Flo Copper to protect against downy mildew. |
| Potatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 weekly intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem at first sign and at 10 day intervals. |
| Tomatoes | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | In wet seasons, or where there is a history, spray with Free Flo Copper for blight at 2-3 weekly intervals. Watch closely for aphids or potato psyllid and spray Naturally Neem at first sign and at 10 day intervals. |
| Sweet Corn | Naturally Neem | If aphids appear, spray at first sign with Naturally Neem. For caterpillars, use DEBUG. One application should be sufficient. |
| ORNAMENTALS | Spray | Details of Use |
|---|---|---|
| Roses | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Grosafe Free Flo Copper protects against black spot, downy mildew, powdery mildew, and rust. For persisting issues, treat with Botry-Zen. Naturally Neem controls aphids, mites, and other chewing insects. Add DEBUG if caterpillars are a problem. |
| Shrubs | Grosafe Free Flo Copper + Naturally Neem | Grosafe Free Flo Copper protects against leaf spot and downy mildew. For persisting issues, treat with Botry-Zen. Naturally Neem controls aphids, mites, thrips, white fly, psyllid, and other chewing insects. Add DEBUG if caterpillars and passion wine hoppers are a problem. |