I live on a small island where I can only buy plants, and there's no access to indoor plant pesticides. Unfortunately, I also can't order anything online like Amazon. I'm dealing with a spider mite issue on my houseplants and need advice. I've noticed my dad uses an insecticide for his outdoor plants like trees and cucumbers. Is it safe for me to use that on my indoor plants?
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You can definitely use outdoor pesticides, but there's a catch! Make sure to take your plants outside before you spray them and let them dry completely afterward. If you have kids or pets, be sure to keep the treated plants out of their reach. If you want to avoid chemicals, you could try a homemade insecticidal soap or just wipe the leaves regularly to manage those spider mites.
You're welcome! Just remember that if you go with a homemade solution, keep an eye on the alcohol content if you're using it. A good general tip is to dilute it with water until it's about 70%. You don’t need to use it all the time; sometimes just wiping down the leaves can disturb their life cycle and help manage the infestation.