Alatar insecticide: instructions for use in the garden and vegetable patch

General information about the drug

"Alatar" is a universal insect control product for garden plots. It's also suitable for indoor plants. The product itself should be diluted with water and then applied to flowers attacked by bugs or other pests. Judging by reviews, "Alatar" has proven itself among gardeners as a reliable and versatile product.

Video: "Alatar" Plant Protection Product

This video shows which harmful insects can be treated with this insecticide.

Composition and release form

Alatar contains two highly toxic substances that help quickly destroy all bugs in the garden. Thanks to the high concentration of substances that are lethal to insects, Alatar destroys entire colonies of pests.

It comes in two main forms: ampoules and vials. The first option is suitable for those dealing with a localized problem (for example, just one or two flowers), while the second is for more extensive treatment. Unlike many medications available in tablet form, Alaktar is only available in liquid form.

Active ingredient and mechanism of action

The two main ingredients in this product are cypermethrin and malathion. The former attacks the insects' internal organs, while the latter has a destructive effect on their outer shell. The product is so effective that one treatment is enough to get rid of most pests in the garden. Few people use this product more than twice.

Benefits of using

Undoubtedly, the product has many advantages:

1. Extremely effective. Due to the fact that it contains two toxic substances, the product kills even insects resistant to chemical treatments.
2. Cost-effective. The product requires very little application, even for treating large areas. Just one treatment is enough to destroy entire insect colonies.
3. It doesn't wash off leaves. Thanks to its sticky substance, the product stays in place and works even after rain.

Purpose of the drug "Alatar"

Now we will look at which plants exactly are suitable for "Alatar", since the product can be used both in the garden and at home.

For indoor plants

The chemical can be used to kill pests on houseplants, but experienced gardeners don't recommend it. Alatar is quite toxic, and using it indoors can be dangerous. However, if you're determined to use it, here are the bugs it kills:

1. Very effective against aphids, moths and thrips that attack indoor flowers.
2. If you grow ornamental shrubs at home, this product will help combat sawflies and leaf rollers.

For garden and vegetable crops

This product is ideal for gardens and vegetable plots. Let's take a quick look at which garden crops it's suitable for:

1. Destroys Colorado beetles that have invaded potato fields.
2. Gets rid of codling moths and leaf rollers on apple trees.
3. Currant aphid is no longer a threat.
4. Weevils that attack berry bushes are also disappearing.
5. The product will protect vegetable crops from cabbage flies, leafhoppers, cabbage whites and moths.

Instructions for use

The instructions for use are not at all complicated.

Follow the dosage and plant treatment instructions, and the product will be as effective as possible.

Consumption rates

Let's consider the amount of the preparation for individual plants:

1. Vegetable crops are treated with a solution in which 5 ml of the substance is diluted in 4 liters of water.
2. Apple trees are sprayed with a solution of 5 ml of the substance per 10 liters of water.
3. Black currants suffering from aphid infestation are treated with the following solution: 1 ml of the product per 1 liter of water.
4. Ornamental trees and shrubs can be saved by spraying them with a solution in the following proportion: 5 ml of the product per 10 liters of water.
5. Decorative flowers – 10 liters of water and 5 ml of “Alatar”.

Processing rules

1. First, pour some water into a container specially prepared for this purpose.
2. Now we add the required amount of the drug.
3. We pour it into a canister from which we will spray flowers and plants, and begin processing.
4. For the procedure, it is best to choose morning or evening time, when there is no rain or wind, and the sun has already set (or has not yet risen).
5. The temperature range within which it is recommended to use this product is as follows: from 10 to 30 °C.
6. Please note that the substance is highly flammable, so smoking near the treatment area is strictly prohibited.

Safety precautions when working with the drug

Given that Alatar contains toxic chemicals, appropriate precautions must be taken.

1. Work only in calm, windless weather. This will prevent the wind from spreading toxic particles throughout your garden.
2. Protective clothing is mandatory. It must be complete: coveralls, gloves, headgear, respirator, and goggles. All areas of the body must be covered to prevent any droplets of the solution from coming into contact with even the skin. Contact with mucous membranes is especially dangerous.
3. Isolate the area from people and animals. This is necessary for their safety. If possible, limit animals' access to the treated plants to prevent them from accidentally licking the chemical from the leaves.
4. If you or someone close to you accidentally ingests the medication, act quickly. Immediately induce vomiting, then call an ambulance. Never neglect qualified medical attention.
5. Any remaining product after treatment is disposed of. To do this, pour it outside the property into a hole, which is immediately filled in. Don't dump any leftovers into a river or other body of water.
6. After the procedure, wash your hands with soap several times and take a shower.
7. The container in which the substance was diluted can no longer be used. However, it can be used to continue diluting chemicals for treating garden plants.

Storage conditions and shelf life

The shelf life of Alatar is no more than two years. After this period, the substance should be discarded immediately and not used under any circumstances. Store it in a cool, dark place at a temperature of 5 to 25°C. Once opened, the ampoule cannot be reused.

Do not store chemicals near food, tea, spices, sugar, salt, or grains. They should also not be left near fire or hot objects (such as radiators).

So, now you know how to protect your garden and vegetable patch with Alatar. Just remember that this product is not only effective, but also very dangerous. Don't neglect safety precautions, and it's better to choose a different product for indoor plants.