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Q.Protecting Pollinators

Zone Fishers Indiana | Anonymous added on August 21, 2022 | Answered

Is neem oil detrimental to pollinators ?

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GKH_Susan
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Answered on August 29, 2022

Neem oil's properties are targeted to chewing insects so bees and butterflies are deemed safe.

It's also best to spray any pesticide during the late evening or early morning, when pollinators are not foraging.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm

http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/neemgen.html

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