Hi-Yield Dormant Spray, manufactured by VPG, is a liquid insecticide that controls various insects such as scale or fall armyworms within ornamental foliage and fruit trees.

This products concentrate formula of the active ingredient mineral oil 98.8% helps to suffocate hard to control targeted insects.

Hi-Yield Dormancy Spray formulation allows for listed foliage to be treated during periods of dormancy to prevent further damage by insects. This product can handle most insect infestations on its own, but can be mixed with other insecticides or fungicides except for those containing Sulfur.

Tools Needed

Hi-Yield Dormant Spray can be applied with a backpack or handheld pump sprayer. To avoid foliage damage, we recommend using a handheld pump sprayer to avoid drift during application.

How to Use

• Step 1: Examine the foliage to be treated to determine if is a flowering shrub, ornamental foliage, shade, or fruit tree. For ornamentals, mix 3 tablespoons ( 1.5 oz.) of Hi-Yield Dormant Spray in 1 gallon of water. For fruit trees, mix 6 tablespoons (3 oz.) of product in 1 gallon of water. Applications for fruit trees, may be repeated at intervals of 3 to 4 weeks during the dormant season.
• Step 2: Fill your sprayer with half the amount of water, add the measured amount of Hi-Yield Dormant Spray, then pour the remaining half of water. Close the sprayer lid and agitate until evenly mixed.
• Step 3: Apply Hi-Yield Dormant Spray to areas where have you witness listed pest activity. Coat the top and bottom of foliage leaves on a low-pressure fan spray setting to avoid drift and run-off.

Where to Use

Hi-Yield Dormant Spray may be used within residential and commercial lawns containing ornamentals, shrubs, fruit trees and shade trees including: Camellias, Oleanders, Junipers, Azaleas, Privet, Citrus Trees, Roses, Magnolias, Peach, Plum, Pear, Pecan or Apple Trees.

When to Use

Use Hi-Yield Dormant Spray in late afternoon or early morning when temperatures are below 90 degrees Fahrenheit and insect activity is low.

Safety Information

Hi-Yield Dormant Spray is safe to use around children or pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when mixing or applying this product.

Keep children and pets out of the treatment area for 48 hours or until spray mixture has dried.

Special Considerations

Hi-Yield Dormant Spray may cause injury to house plants; including Ivy, Ferns, and other types of household plants.