Beat-A-Bug: F.A.Q.s

Q: Can I use it all over the garden?
A: Yes. Beat-A-Bug can be used on all vegetables, fruit trees ornamentals, roses, greenhouses & glasshouses. Note: Avoid using on capsicum and other members of the pepper family.

Q: Does Beat-A-Bug kill insects or just repel them?
A: Yes it gives complete knock-down of insects on contact. It is a fully registered agricultural pesticide - NRA approval number 48765/01.

Q: For how long does the garlic and chili repel insects?
A: Although environmental factors (pest pressure, rainfall etc) make it difficult to specify exactly the duration of efficacy, as a general guide we recommend re-applying every two to three weeks.

Q: How effective are the rain-fastening properties of the plant oil?
A: As a general guide the plant oil will remain effective after light to moderate rainfall.

Q: How do I avoid harming beneficial insects?
A: By applying late in the evening and avoiding contact with beneficial insects you will not harm them. This is because the active insecticidal ingredient, pyrethrum, will de-nature within five hours of spraying, rendering it harmless. The garlic and chili remain as repellants but do not kill insects, harmlful or otherwise.

Q: Which insects does Beat-A-Bug kill?
A: Caterpillars, earwigs, white fly, thrip, leafhopper, ants, aphids, cabbage moth and all other common insect pests.

Q: What is the plant food in Beat-B-Bug and what is it for?
A: The plant food in Beat-A-Bug is a seaweed extract which gives plants a boost at site of insect attack. It is not intended to replace normal plant fertilizing regime.

Q: Is there anything to look out for when applying Beat-A-Bug?
A: Beat-A-Bug should not be applied in the heat of the day as it can burn leaves. Avoid spraying open flowers. The solution can be irritating to delicate membranes so avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes.

Q: Are there any unusual ways I can use Beat-A-Bug?
A: Beat-A-Bug can be used to kill ants in the following way: Unscrew the trigger spray, pour a small quantity down ant holes, then pour milk down afterwards. The milk will curdle in the hole and the Insect Spray will kill the ants. Beat-A-Bug can also be used to kill slaters (wood lice) which attack the roots of plants when present in large numbers. Simply lift logs, bricks etc where they reside and spray them as they try to escape. They will die within five to ten minutes. If you have mulch in which they can breed in large numbers, simply rake over and spray them as they are turned up.

Q: Does Beat-A-Bug kill fleas?
A: We cannot recommend that you spray Beat-A-Bug on dogs and cats, however it is useful for killing fleas on pets' bedding, around kennels and in sandy areas where fleas breed.


Below are the answers to common queries about Beat-A-Bug products. If your question is not covered, feel free to email us
*Q: Can I use it all over the garden?* A: Yes. Beat-A-Bug can be used on all vegetables, fruit trees ornamentals, roses, greenhouses & glasshouses. Note: Avoid using on capsicum and other members of the pepper family. *Q: Does Beat-A-Bug kill insects or just repel them?* A: Yes it gives complete knock-down of insects on contact. It is a fully registered agricultural pesticide - NRA approval number 48765/01. *Q: For* *how long does the garlic and chili repel insects?* A: Although environmental factors (pest pressure, rainfall etc) make it difficult to specify exactly the duration of efficacy, as a general guide we recommend re-applying every two to three weeks. *Q: How effective are the rain-fastening properties of the plant oil?* A: As a general guide the plant oil will remain effective after light to moderate rainfall. *Q: How do I avoid harming beneficial insects?* A: By applying late in the evening and avoiding contact with beneficial insects you will not harm them. This is because the active insecticidal ingredient, pyrethrum, will de-nature within five hours of spraying, rendering it harmless. The garlic and chili remain as repellants but do not kill insects, harmlful or otherwise. *Q: Which insects does Beat-A-Bug kill?* A: Caterpillars, earwigs, white fly, thrip, leafhopper, ants, aphids, cabbage moth and all other common insect pests. *Q: What is the plant food in Beat-B-Bug and what is it for?* A: The plant food in Beat-A-Bug is a seaweed extract which gives plants a boost at site of insect attack. It is not intended to replace normal plant fertilizing regime. *Q: Is there anything to look out for when applying Beat-A-Bug?* A: Beat-A-Bug should not be applied in the heat of the day as it can burn leaves. Avoid spraying open flowers. The solution can be irritating to delicate membranes so avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. *Q: Are there any unusual ways I can use Beat-A-Bug?* A: Beat-A-Bug can be used to kill ants in the following way: Unscrew the trigger spray, pour a small quantity down ant holes, then pour milk down afterwards. The milk will curdle in the hole and the Insect Spray will kill the ants. Beat-A-Bug can also be used to kill slaters (wood lice) which attack the roots of plants when present in large numbers. Simply lift logs, bricks etc where they reside and spray them as they try to escape. They will die within five to ten minutes. If you have mulch in which they can breed in large numbers, simply rake over and spray them as they are turned up. *Q: Does Beat-A-Bug kill fleas?* A: We cannot recommend that you spray Beat-A-Bug on dogs and cats, however it is useful for killing fleas on pets' bedding, around kennels and in sandy areas where fleas breed.

*Q: Can I use Happy Roses on other plants?* A: Yes. Happy Roses can be used all over the garden, especially on plants with waxy leaves. On sensitive looking leaves do a plant test patch first. *Q: Does Happy Roses kills aphids?* A: It is not designed to kill aphids, but it does act as an effective repellant. To kill insects, use Beat-A-Bug Insect Spray. *Q: What is the best way to control blackspot and other fungal diseases in my roses?* A: General good gardening practices are always beneficial. For instance roses should be planted at a distance apart at which they do not touch each other; watering should never be done from above, as drops spread fungal disease; roses should get at least six hours of sunlight per day; they need a well fertilized soil with plenty of organic matter (sheep manure is particularly good) and they should receive frequent deep watering. In addition to the above Happy Roses should be applied regularly. Naturally occurring sulphur and seaweed extract in Happy Roses controls existing blackspot while the general qualities of the product boost plant immunity against further attack. If at any stage blackspot should re-occur, remove damaged foliage and discard or burn.