How to Use Insecticidal Soap in the Garden

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Under good storage conditions, insecticidal soap products may last five years or more.

This article is part of our Organic Pest Control Series, which includes articles on attracting beneficial insects, controlling specific garden pests, and using organic pesticides.

What Is Insecticidal Soap?

The fatty acids in insecticidal soaps break down the protective cuticles of soft-bodied pests such as aphids, so they quickly become dehydrated and die. Insecticidal soaps provide an effective way to control aphids and other soft-bodied insects if no beneficials are present to do the job.

  • Published on May 7, 2013
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