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When It Comes To Gardening, Confidence Matters
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Approved for organic gardening, Spliven delivers proven insect control and peace of mind

Spliven Organic Insect Control
Garden With Confidence
Protect your garden with an organic option. Spliven is OMRI Listed for organic use, making it an ideal choice for fruit and vegetable gardens. Formulated with the trusted active ingredient, spinosad, Spliven kills more than 40 insect pests in lawns, ornamental plantings, and home gardens.
Organic option tackles 40+ insectsIdeal choice for fruit and vegetable gardensEasy-measure rates for pint, quart, or gallon mixesWater-based formula leaves no odor or oily residue
Join Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor, for Answers to Your Most-Asked Questions Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor Where can Spliven be used?
Spliven is approved for organic gardening and may be used in home fruit, vegetable, and flower gardens as well as on lawns and ornamental landscapes.
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Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor What does Spliven control?
Spliven is an organic option for broad-spectrum control of more than 40 insects including damaging spider mites, thrips, beetles, and worms often found in home gardens.
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Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor What is needed to apply Spliven?
Easy-to-use Spliven may be applied with a simple trigger spray bottle and does not require uncomfortable protective gear. Approved for organic gardening, Spliven is tough-on-pests, but not tough to use.
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Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor What should be expected after application?
Spliven is a water-based formula made with spinosad, a naturally occurring bacterium. Spliven works without leaving odor or oily residue behind and it offers short pre-harvest intervals. Many fruits and vegetables may be harvested as soon as one day after application.
The video showcases the product in use.The video guides you through product setup.The video compares multiple products.The video shows the product being unpacked. What should be expected after Spliven is applied?
Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor How soon can fruits and vegetables be picked after application?
Spliven has short harvest intervals for many crops. The product label includes a complete chart with harvest wait times for all labeled crops. Many crops may be harvested one or three days after application.
Q&A with Kevin Downs, Technical Advisor How much Spliven is needed to make a pint, quart, or gallon of solution?
It’s easy to make just what you need with Spliven. Need a little, mix 1/2 tablespoon of Spliven with one pint of water. To make a quart, use one tablespoon of Spliven or use four tablespoons to make a gallon. Always refer to the product label for complete rate and use directions.
Knock Down Insects in 3 Simple Steps 
1. Measure Area (SQ FT)
Every 3 gallons of solution will treat 1,000 sq ftMix only enough for a single treatment (TIP: easily mix pint or quart quantities for smaller areas) 
2. Mix With Water
Add 2 ounces of Spliven per 1 gallon of water (TIP: use the chart below for small area equivalents and simple TBSP and TSP conversions)Mix thoroughly 
3. Spray Uniformly
Apply with a trigger sprayer, hand-held, backpack, or hose-end sprayerHose-end sprayers should be calibrated to 2 fl oz of Spliven per gallon of spray 
For Best Results
Shake well before useApply when pests are presentApply to upper and lower leaf surfacesDo not apply if rain is expected within 24 hours
Proven Thrips Protection Prevent Thrips Damage with Spliven
Thrips often target roses, especially light and bi-colored varieties. Spliven controls more than 40 insects including proven defense against thrips.
Water-based Formula Control Pests Without an Oily Residue
Water-based Spliven leaves no odor or oily residue behind. Spliven is formulated with spinosad, an active ingredient derived from naturally occurring bacterium.
Prevent Earworm Damage with Spliven Untreated Corn Shows Earworm Damage
Spliven controls 40+ insects including corn earworm during the susceptible silking stage. This untreated corn plant shows earworm damage.
Is Spliven approved for organic use?
Spinosad, the active ingredient in Spliven, is derived from a naturally occurring bacterium in soil and commonly used in organic produce production. Spliven has been independently reviewed and is OMRI Listed for use in organic gardening.
How soon after application can fruits and vegetables be harvested?
Many fruits and vegetables may be harvested as little as 1 day after application including corn, tomatoes, and peppers, but it does vary per crop. Consult the ‘Directions for Use’ chart in the product label to find harvest wait times listed by crop.
Does Spliven control Japanese beetles?
Spliven is not labeled for Japanese beetles. Check with your cooperative extension service for a local recommendation regarding effective Japanese Beetle control.
Does Spliven control thrips?
Spliven is a proven choice for thrips control on edible and ornamental plants, including light and bi-colored roses which tend to attract thrips.
Do gloves, long sleeves, or other protective clothing need to be worn during application?
The active ingredient in Spliven is made from a naturally occurring bacterium and is approved for use without uncomfortable personal protective equipment. Spliven may be applied without wearing gloves, long sleeves, glasses, etc.
Spliven Product Information
Target Pests More than 40 insects including spider mites, thrips, fruit flies, worms, fire ants, leafminers, leafrollers, moths, armyworms, loopers, flea beetles, Colorado potato beetles, European corn borers, peach twig borers, sawflies For Use on Fruits & Vegetables Many crops including apples, citrus trees, grapes, bushberries, strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, beans, peas, sweet corn, tree nuts, leafy vegetables (spinach, parsley, rhubarb, etc.), stone fruits (peach, cherries, plum, etc.), root vegetables (carrot, beet, radish, etc.), cucurbits (cucumber, pumpkin, melon, etc.), cole crops (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, etc.), and herbs For Use on Lawns & Landscapes Residential lawns, herbaceous and woody ornamental plants, home gardens, and other outdoor areas Formulation Liquid Pet Safe Pets may re-enter the treated area once sprays have dried
A LEADER IN ORGANIC INSECT CONTROL: Spliven contains 0.5% spinosad; the same active ingredient as the leading brands. Spinosad is a leading choice for garden insect control in organic gardens.
OMRI LISTED FOR ORGANIC USE: Spliven is approved by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic gardening. This independent review ensures Spliven has met industry organic standards.
PROTECT YOUR GARDEN: Spliven kills damaging insects in lawns, ornamentals, and gardens. Labeled for organic use, Spliven is ideal for fruit and vegetable gardens including fruiting, leafy, and tuberous vegetables as well as cucurbits, cole crops, tree fruits, berries, herbs, stone fruit, bush berries, pome fruit and more. See the label for complete use list and application directions.
AN ORGANIC OPTION THAT TACKLES 40+ INSECT PESTS: Spliven kills many common insects that invade home gardens. Control more than 40 pests such as spider mites, beetles, caterpillars, tent caterpillars, thrips, gypsy moth, codling moth, bagworms, borers and leafminers. See the label for complete control list.
NO ODOR, NO OILY RESIDUE: Our water-based formula utilizes spinosad, an active ingredient derived from naturally occurring bacteria. Plus, easy-to-use Spliven leaves no odor or oily residue behind because tough-on-pests shouldn’t be tough to use.
NOT AVAILABLE FOR SALE IN ALASKA, HAWAII, PUERTO RICO OR VERMONT. Always read and follow label instructions. Not all products are registered for use in every state.
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