Monterey® Horticultural Oil - 16oz (1pt) - OMRI Listed®

Monterey Horticultural Oil 16oz -- OMRI Listed Mineral Oil | Aphids, Mites, Scales & Whiteflies

Monterey Horticultural Oil is a refined mineral oil insecticide (80% mineral oil) that controls soft-bodied insects and mites by coating and suffocating them, blocking the spiracles insects use for respiration. The highly refined formulation is odorless, non-irritating, and designed to be safe on plant tissue -- it will not burn or brown treated plants when used as directed on the MLGNLG6286. OMRI Listed for organic production and labeled for use on ornamentals, roses, vegetables, citrus, fruit trees, and nuts. This 16oz (1pt) size suits small to mid-size home gardens and container plantings.

Key Features & Benefits

• Mineral Oil (80%) -- Will Not Burn Plants: The high degree of refinement removes phytotoxic compounds present in less refined oils, delivering pest control without leaf burn at label rates.
• Suffocation Mode of Action: Coats insects and mite eggs, blocking respiratory pores and causing suffocation, effective against all life stages without the resistance risk of receptor-based chemistry.
• Odorless & Non-Irritating: No strong odor or irritating fumes, practical for enclosed greenhouse and interiorscape environments.
• Controls Aphids, Mites, Scales & Whiteflies: Effective against a broad range of soft-bodied insects and mite species.
• Dormant & Growing Season Use: Apply as a dormant spray on deciduous trees to smother overwintering eggs and scales, or at lower rates during the growing season.
• 16oz Concentrate: OMRI Listed® for organic use.

Who Should Use This

Home gardeners, greenhouse growers, nursery operators, and organic orchardists managing soft-bodied insects, mites, and scale infestations on fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, and citrus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Monterey Horticultural Oil on vegetables?

Yes. Monterey Horticultural Oil is labeled for use on vegetables as well as ornamentals, roses, citrus, fruit trees, and nuts. See the product label for specific rates and any crop-specific restrictions.

What is the difference between dormant and growing season application rates?

Dormant sprays are applied at higher concentrations to trees and shrubs before bud break to smother overwintering eggs and scale insects. Growing season applications use lower rates to avoid potential phytotoxicity on actively growing foliage.

Is horticultural oil safe to use in a greenhouse?

Yes. Monterey Horticultural Oil is odorless and non-irritating, suitable for enclosed greenhouse and interiorscape environments. Ensure adequate ventilation and follow label rate guidance to avoid phytotoxicity on sensitive crops.

How much water do I mix with the 16oz size?

Dilution rate for the MLGNLG6286 depends on whether you're applying a dormant or growing-season treatment. Check the current label for the exact ratio for your application type.