Benefits of using Actara insecticide for houseplants. Plant Health Actara
Aktara refers to highly effective insecticidal preparations aimed at protecting different kind crops from harmful insects. The preparation can be applied both on large farmlands, and on small seasonal dachas.
Insecticide characteristic
The drug Aktara for ease of use is available in different form: as emulsion concentrate and water-soluble granules. Depending on the form of release, the type of packaging in which the insecticide enters the market depends. For example, granules are packaged in bags weighing 4 g. One bag is enough to process tomatoes growing on suburban area in a greenhouse.
For large agricultural producers, farmers are offered more voluminous packages, weighing 250 g. As for liquid form, then it is packaged in 1.2 ml ampoules or 9 ml vials.
Mechanism of action
The active substance of Aktara is thiamethoxam, the content of which in the composition of the insecticide is 25%. When processing crops, the active substance quickly penetrates into the plant through its sheet plates or during irrigation through the soil, after which it begins to move through the culture vessels.
The working substance is sprayed using a knapsack sprayer. To prevent the solution from being sprayed onto neighboring crops, work must be carried out in calm, calm weather in the morning or evening hours. If, according to the weather report, rain is expected in the coming hours, then it is better to postpone the processing of crops to another day.
The amount of working solution depends on the culture. For example, for processing potatoes per 10 liters of water, 1.2 g of insecticide will be required, for fruit trees, berry bushes - 2 g, for ornamental plants- 8 g, for indoor plants- 1 g. Insecticide consumption rates can be found in the attached table.
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cultivated crop |
Spray method and time |
Insecticide Consumption Rate (g/sq.m) |
Consumption rate of the working agent (ml / sq.m) |
Protection period |
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Cereal crops |
Bug harmful turtle, grain beetle, leech |
In the early and middle phases of growth |
from 0.006 to 0.01 g |
20 to 40 ml |
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Fruit trees, berry bushes |
Aphid, flower beetle, sucker |
Spraying is carried out before flowering on the leaf of culture |
from 0.01 to 0.04 g |
from 80 to 120 ml |
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Potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, cucumbers, |
Colorado potato beetle, aphid, wireworm, thrips, whitefly |
During the planting of potatoes, Aktara is introduced into the soil (at the bottom of the hole). Tomatoes and cucumbers are processed when they reach 1 meter in height, also under the root. |
from 0.006 to 0.08 g |
20 to 40 ml |
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Cabbage fleas and flies |
Seedlings are watered with a solution 2-3 days before planting in the ground |
from 60 to 100 ml |
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Vine |
Spraying is carried out in the middle phase of growth on the leaf of the culture |
from 0.01 to 0.03 g |
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Decorative flower crops |
Aphids, soil flies, scale insects, whiteflies |
The drug is applied during irrigation |
from 0.01 to 0.04 g |
10 to 20 ml |
Toxicity
Actara is a slightly toxic insecticide against earthworms, birds, fish and aquatic organisms.
Important! The insecticide is highly toxic to honey bees. Given this fact, it is necessary not to release the bees for 4-5 days after treatment. The protective zone should not be less than 4-5 kilometers.
Insect pests affect not only vegetable plants in the beds, reducing the long-awaited harvest. Indoor ficuses can also suffer from harmful insects. How to deal with pests using the drug "Aktara", prepare a solution for indoor flowers and vegetables, we will consider in detail.
Aktara ampoule instructions for use and reviews, price and where to buy
Aktara is sold as a suspension in ampoules. The cost of two 1 ml ampoules (from Syngenta) is about 45 rubles or one 1.2 ml ampoule is about 33 rubles. You can buy the drug in an agricultural store or on the Internet.
For processing from colorado potato beetle on potatoes, this insecticide is ineffective, but flower growers have only positive reviews about it.
To kill pests, dilute 1 ml per 10 liters of water. A solution with Aktara is watered over the soil under the plants.
Aktara VDG (water-dispersible granules) instructions for use for indoor plants
For the treatment of potted crops from pests, dilute 1 g of the drug in 1.25 liters of water on a leaf, when watering the soil, 1 g is dissolved in 10 liters of water. Aktar in granules for the destruction of aphids, thrips, whiteflies is diluted 8 grams per 10 liters of water.
Repeatedly water the soil and spray the plants with a solution with a break of 1 week until the pest is completely destroyed.
Take personal precautions during use. For better solubility, the granules are first poured with 1 liter of water, then brought to the desired consistency, poured into a sprayer or watering can. Spray flowers on the leaf outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Insecticide Aktara liquid instructions for use for potatoes and fruit trees
To treat potatoes, Aktara KS (240 g/l thiamethoxam) 1.2 ml is dissolved in 10 liters of water. The flow rate of the working solution is up to 5 liters per 100 square meters. Protection is effective from 1 to 4 weeks.
Fruit bushes (currants) are sprayed before flowering and after harvesting. Dissolve 2 ml in 10 liters of water. It takes about 1.5 liters of solution for 1 bush.
Actara from the Colorado potato beetle how to breed, active substance, harm to humans, composition
Refers to moderately hazardous substances. The working solution is induced in the open air with rubber gloves.
The treatment is done in calm, dry weather, avoiding contact of the solution with the skin and mucous membranes. They put on overalls, a respirator and goggles. After using the drug, wash the sprayer, change clothes, wash hands and face.
Can Aktar be used at home, process cucumbers and fruit trees, cabbage and its consumption per hectare
Aktara is an effective drug in the fight against various pests when spraying leaves and watering the soil.
For the treatment of fruit trees, watering is most often used in trunk circle and spraying. To rid the apple tree of the sucker, dilute 3 grams of the drug in 10 liters of water and spray it on the leaf (before flowering or after harvesting).
For the treatment of cucumbers from aphids, they are watered with a solution of Aktara under the root at the rate of 8 grams of the drug per 10 liters of water. Cabbage seedlings are treated for flies and fleas by watering Aktara (3 g of the drug per 10 liters of water).
For 1 hectare for processing potatoes, you will need from 200 to 500 liters of a diluted Aktara solution (diluted 1.2 grams per 10 liters of water). For other vegetable crops, they are calculated based on the instructions for the preparation.
Actara from spider mites
It is better to use drugs such as Fitoverm, Aktellik and Neoron. Aktara is not an acaricide, so it is ineffective in the fight against ticks.
Aktara storage of working solution
It is forbidden to store the working solution of Aktara. It is impossible to pour out the remains in reservoirs and sources of drinking water.
Aktara syngenta application and price, expiration date
Aktara syngenta is used to combat big amount pest insects.
The drug, diluted in water, is applied over the leaf or watered the soil. The time of the protective action of the drug:
– sheet processing – up to 1 month;
- watering the soil - 60 days.
The price of the drug depends on the form of release. Packing 4 g costs 90 rubles. Shelf life 4 years.
Actara from the whitefly in the greenhouse
Processing from the whitefly Aktara plants in the greenhouse always brings good result. But keep in mind that the drug does not destroy the pest larvae. Therefore, it is necessary to re-spray with a break of one week.
Actara for indoor plants how to breed and apply, safety measures and precautions
For indoor plants, Aktara is bred in accordance with the instructions. For 10 liters of water, 1 gram of the drug is used; when spraying, a more concentrated solution is used (4 grams of the drug is dissolved in 5 liters of water).
Observe all precautions - rubber gloves on your face, a respirator or a medical mask.
Do not allow the drug to come into contact with the skin and eyes. Need to call ambulance if accidental poisoning occurs (there is no antidote, treatment is symptomatic).
Aktara is an insecticide effective against most harmful insects.
It belongs to a new generation of preparations, it acts when spraying and applying to the soil.
Let's take a closer look at what this drug is and how it can help protect plants from insect pests.
Chemical composition
Thiamethoxam - 240 g / l and 250 g / kg. Synthetic neonicotinoid with a very wide range of effects.
Release form
- Suspension concentrate 25-35% - liquid in vials 9 ml, plastic cans 1 l.
- Water-soluble granules 25% - polymer bags with a capacity of 1.2 and 4 g.
- Water-soluble powder 1% - 4 g bags.
- Tablets 1%.
Mechanism of action
The drug has a systemic, intestinal, contact action, can penetrate into the leaves of plants (translaminar effect).
Spreading throughout the plant, it penetrates even into hard-to-reach untreated places. It enters the body of insects along with the juice, begins to inhibit nicotine-acetyl-choline receptors, blocking impulses nervous system. Within an hour, the insect stops eating, then paralysis and death occur.
Due to this type of action, it has no analogues and therefore does not cause resistance to other insecticides, including the group.
The protective effect lasts 15-30 days. This long exposure is due to slow metabolism within the plant.Insects affected by Actara
Effective against indoor plant pests garden trees, horticultural crops and street flower gardens. The list includes:
- earth flies;
- mushroom mosquitoes;
- false shields and shields;
- thrips;
- all kinds of aphids;
- whiteflies;
- Colorado beetle;
- leafhoppers;
- harmful turtle (bug);
- cruciferous fleas;
- mining moths;
- leech;
- wireworm;
- grain beetle;
- cabbage scoop and whitefish;
- pea codling moth;
The technique of using the drug
At the first symptoms of a pest attack, the drug is treated. Everything preparatory work recommended to be done outdoors.
First, a working solution is prepared - the preparation (4 g) is dissolved in a liter of water, stirred and adjusted to the desired volume.
Consumption rate
- for domestic plants - 0.8–1 g per 1 liter of water;
- for processing potatoes - 1.2 g / 10 l;
- against aphids - 2 g / 10 l;
- for processing outdoor ornamental plants - 8 g / 10 l.
Application methods 
- Watering - dilute 4 g of the drug in 2 liters of water. Water the soil under the plants 25–50 ml working fluid for one bush.
- Spraying - produced from a finely dispersed spray gun, a knapsack sprayer is used for horticultural and horticultural crops. Moisten the entire surface of the treated plant evenly and abundantly.
- Soaking seedlings - the procedure is carried out 12 hours before planting in open ground. Dilute 1.5 g of the product in 1 liter of water (consumption rate for 200 bushes), soak the plants for 1.5–2 hours.
- Treatment of potato tubers for planting - 6 g of the drug per 300 g of water. Arrange the tubers in one layer polyethylene film and spray with the prepared insecticide solution. Mix thoroughly and plant immediately in the ground.
Processing is carried out in the morning and evening hours in calm weather in the absence of rain, fog, hail. The drug is absorbed into the leaves within 2 hours. After this period, it is no longer exposed to sunlight and precipitation.
Aktara is incompatible only with alkaline preparations, it can be used together with growth regulators, fungicides and other insecticides.Toxicity 
Moderately toxic to humans and mammals - hazard class 3.
Low toxicity to all aquatic organisms, birds and earthworms.
Highly toxic to bees and other beneficial insects.
When working with the drug, use rubber or silicone gloves, a respirator or a gauze bandage.
Do not smoke, eat or drink during this time.
Remove after procedures protective equipment, wash your hands with soap, rinse your mouth.
Poisoning is manifested by a decrease in motor functions, the development of clonic and tonic convulsions, nausea, vomiting, and general weakness.
Gardening enthusiasts are constantly on the lookout for tools that can not only get rid of various pests, but also benefit plants. The popular insecticide Aktara refers to such drugs. The active substances of the drug penetrate deep into the tissues of flowers and other plants, remaining in them for a sufficiently long period.
Chemical and physical properties
It is a light cream colored crystalline powder. odorless. Aktara is often used in the field Agriculture. The drug belongs to the group of chemical neonicotinoids. According to the method of use, it is an intestinal type insecticide. It is used both for processing vegetation before the flowering period, and for spraying seeds.
The drug is manufactured in Switzerland. It is noteworthy that its manufacturer, when developing it, took into account the preferences of consumers. It is for this reason that many gardeners use Aktara to protect violets, orchids, roses and vegetable crops on the site, as well as indoor plants.
The drug is produced in different forms:
- concentrated suspension;
- soluble granules.
The solid drug is packaged in compact sachets. They are quite enough for processing plants in a greenhouse. For use in large agricultural enterprises, Aktara is used in massive bags of 250 g.
The liquid is in vials and ampoules. They can be used to provide reliable protection the following plants:
- violets;
- strawberry beds;
- indoor vegetation;
- orchids;
- rose bushes.
The benefits of the drug
Numerous reviews of gardeners indicate that this tool has a very positive effect on plants. The drug is extremely economical, and high level efficiency allows for a minimum of processing. In addition, Aktara does not lose its effectiveness at low humidity and under the influence of UV radiation.
The tool is very convenient to use. It can be applied to the soil simultaneously with seedlings. Plants absorb the composition through the roots, which ensures a long-lasting effect from the application.
Active substance and principle of action
After Aktara is absorbed into the plant, neither heat nor rain can affect it.
Impact on pests
This insecticide provides protection to plants in the garden or vegetable garden from the following pests:
- May and Colorado beetles;
- spider mite;
- scab;
- whitefly;
- cockchafer larvae, etc.
Sprays of the drug during spraying fall on the bodies of beetles and caterpillars, after which they affect their body. Insects feed on pieces of the plant, absorbing the drug, which adversely affects the state of their nervous system. After 30-40 minutes, the pests will no longer eat anything and will soon die.
The cost of the drug varies from 70 to 100 rubles for a four-gram package. Packages of 250 g will cost from 2900 to 4000 rubles. The product is recommended to be stored in utility rooms in cabinets or on shelves. Nutritious foods, feed and medications. In addition, it is forbidden to store it under conditions high humidity, which can adversely affect the properties of Aktara.
Instructions for use
Processing needs to be done right after you notice caterpillars, beetles and mites on your plants. It is better to do this in clear and calm weather in the evening or in the morning. Remember that after applying the insecticide, one hour must pass for it to fix.
The finished mixture cannot be stored, therefore it must be prepared in the volume that will be completely processed. For work it is recommended to use a knapsack sprayer.
The preparation of the solution is as follows:
Five liters of water and four grams of concentrate is enough to process a large flower greenhouse. To process a garden or vegetable garden, you need to dilute more of the substance.
Fruit trees and shrubs must be sprayed the first time before the beetle takes off and flowering, and the second time after the fruit is harvested. Aktara's instructions describe in detail the features of the application, depending on the plant variety and pest.
landing processing
The drug Aktara is used and for spraying planting material . For this purpose, you need to use a highly concentrated mixture. The consumption of the product is four grams per liter of water. To process potato tubers, six grams of concentrate and 0.4 liters of pure water are taken.
Garlic, onions, potatoes and seeds should be soaked in a solution before planting. There is no need to be afraid of excessive concentration of the drug, it is completely split in two months.
After spraying any edible vegetation, they become absolutely safe for human body after 60 days. Soaking in Aktar helps plants to fully develop and take root. Besides, if they can get stronger, then harmful insects can't harm them.
Safety rules and symptoms of poisoning
Aktara belongs to the third group of toxicity, that is, it is moderately hazardous to health. Therefore, it is imperative to work with him in safety glasses, a respirator and rubber gloves. In addition, when processing the area chemicals you need to use a special form and send it to the laundry after each use.
After processing, all devices and protective equipment must be washed. You need to clean both hands, and face, and the whole body, put on new clothes and rinse your mouth. Indoor flowers should be processed in a ventilated area or outdoors. If drug poisoning occurs, the following symptoms may occur:
- nausea;
- vomit;
- deterioration of well-being;
- loss of strength, etc.
If you have noticed characteristics departure, then stop processing and go to Fresh air. If the insecticide has got on the surface of the skin, then the drops of the drug should be quickly soaked with a rag and washed off. soapy water. If Aktara gets into the eyes, then they should be rinsed for 15-20 minutes under running water. If swallowed, gastric lavage and several activated charcoal tablets are required.
After providing first aid, you should immediately call a medical specialist. It is for this reason that the drug should be stored away from food, and the dilution containers should be labeled accordingly.
It is forbidden to dispose of the remains of the product near water bodies. Also, do not treat with honey plants earlier than one week before they bloom, otherwise you can exterminate the bees. It is also forbidden to water pastures before walking cattle.
Aktara are one of the most effective and popular products for spraying private plots and large agricultural lands. They can process almost all fruit and vegetable crops. A simple and quick procedure will relieve the owner of the worries associated with the safety of flowers or crops for several months.
At the same time, Aktara differs minimum consumption , and versatility makes it possible to provide protection from pests to the entire garden or vegetable garden. This saves time, energy and money at the same time. In the event that, together with an insecticide for indoor plants or garden flowers, an additional herbicide is used, then you will only have to plant, water and feed the plants from time to time.
This is extremely convenient, given the modern pace of life. Numerous reviews of not only private gardeners, but also experienced professionals speak in favor of the effectiveness of this tool.
Aktara is a modern and fast-acting insecticide for pest control in the garden. It is used to protect plants at the stage of seeds, tubers, as well as vegetation.
Aktara insecticide - what is it
Aktara insecticide is widely used among gardeners and gardeners, because it has the following important advantages:
- It is used to protect plants from almost all known pests, including spider mites.
- It is quickly absorbed into the soil and the seedling, so it cannot be washed off with water, and after rain there is no need to repeat the treatment again.
- Economic consumption.
- Doesn't scare or poison predatory insects that prey on pests.
- Stimulates the growth of plant roots.
- It improves the quality of treated seeds and, as a result, the percentage of seed germination increases significantly.
- It is a potent agent, therefore it does not require a large number spraying.
- Works for a long time.
- Combines well with other gardening products, such as organic and mineral fertilizers.
- It does not penetrate the fruits, so the crop from the treated plants will be safe and healthy.
Insecticide Aktara
Important! The main active component of the insecticide Aktara - thiamethox - quickly decomposes in the soil, easily dissolves in water and is quickly absorbed into the tissues of the plant itself. This increases its effectiveness, helps to quickly and completely get rid of all types of pests.
The drug begins to act on average 25-30 minutes after spraying. It is quickly absorbed into the soil and tree tissues, which allows you to destroy insects not only outside, but also inside the plant. The main component - thiamethox - penetrates into digestive system insects and exerts on her paralytic action. As a result, they can no longer eat or drink and soon die.
Spraying fruit trees
The product does not cause addiction in pests, therefore it can be used several times in a row without compromising quality. The duration of the remedy depends on the processing method used. After spraying, insect protection lasts three weeks, but when watering the plant, it will work up to 60 days.
Aktara is available in two versions:
- Liquid concentrated suspension.
- Granules that must first be dissolved in water.
Small packages of 4 grams are designed for the convenience of processing plants at home and in garden plots.
Instructions for use: Aktara for processing fruit trees
The drug is soluble in water. After that, the resulting liquid can be used for spraying, watering, or soaking seeds in it.
Important! Do not delay with the use of the drug. Processing should be carried out immediately at the first sign of the appearance of pests.
The solution must be poured (or poured) into a large container with water. Preparation, as well as spraying (or watering) plants with the product, is carried out outdoors, in dry weather without wind. The sprayer is filled with the agent not completely, but by 25% of the total volume.
The sprayer is filled with the agent by 25%
The contents of one sachet must be dissolved:
- For grapes, strawberries and bushes with berries in a quarter liter of water.
- For indoor plants, in 0.6 liters of water.
- For soaking tubers (potatoes, onions and garlic) in 0.3 liters of water.
From the moment of processing until the complete "exit" of the drug from the soil, fruits and the plant itself, at least 60 days must pass. After this period, it will be safe to eat the plant and its fruits.
After 50-60 minutes after watering, the drug is completely absorbed into the plant tissue. Already diluted mixture can not be stored, so the treatment should be carried out immediately after preparing the solution. The most favorable period for the use of an insecticidal agent is the moment of "attack" of insects, the moment of their mass appearance.
The insecticide does an excellent job of protecting both garden plantings(potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, etc.), and indoor plants - for the extermination of aphids, scale insects and others.
Consumption rates
Atara is a universal remedy that provides long-term protection against all types of insects. Does not require private use (depending on the method of processing, the effect lasts from 3 weeks to two months), is quickly absorbed by the plant and soil, is not washed off with water and is not dangerous to human health.
Consumption rates
The spending rates are quite modest. Specific volumes depend on the type of plants being treated, as well as the area of the garden or vegetable garden. On average, to successfully protect potato seedlings, you will need 1.2-1.5 grams of the product, which must be dissolved in 10-12 liters of water. But for full processing berry bush you will need a little more - half a standard sachet of the drug - 2 grams.
Rules for the use of insecticide
Aktar's product was assigned a hazard class 3. This means that the product is almost completely safe for human health and cannot have a serious effect on him. negative impact. However, there are still safety measures for working with the drug. Often they are associated with the risk of accidental inhalation or ingestion of the drug during the preparation of the mixture.
Important! The product is very toxic to bees and underwater inhabitants, so you should not spray the product near water bodies and beehives. It is also necessary to ensure that there are no animals and children in the processing area.
During the preparation and use of Aktar, personal protective measures must be applied:
- Respirator.
- Special clothing.
- Gloves.
The cultivated soil will be unsuitable for grazing or walking with small animals for another 60 days.
After the procedure, it is necessary to rinse the mouth, wash hands and face thoroughly. If the granules, suspension or finished product get on the mucous membrane of the nose, eyes or mouth, it is important to rinse them with plenty of water as soon as possible, and then take an absorbent medicine.
Aktara insecticide is a simple and affordable way protection of indoor plants, garden and garden from pests for a long period of time.