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Old 07-27-2005, 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by TeresaE
I have tried it...there is no risk to the plant providing it is not sprayed on the flowers. I have even used the 70% alcohol before with no problems encountered....just as long as it drys quickly and doesn't sit wet for a long time. Someone at the society even suggested spraying them with the alcohol first to "weaken" them, then once it has dried to spray End-All (contains canola oil) to kill them completely.

My biggest problem seems to be with mealy bug right now. Grrrrr!
I guess 99% isoproply alcohol could be a bit strong - that appears to be the problem. Amazing things can be learned when you read the label!
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