Protecting Pollinators

Is neem oil detrimental to pollinators ?

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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 08/29/2022 @ 4:23 am

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 ^[1]

http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/neemgen.html ^[2]

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[2] http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/neemgen.html: http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/neemgen.html

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