Is it true that neem oil after mixing with water and soap can be use only in 8 hours and after that time it decomposes and is useless? I saw this information couple of times lately.
Good question! I’m not entirely sure. The manufacturer says that the product lasts about a year if stored in a cool, dark place. But I think it’s the soap that’s supposedly breaks down the oil. I usually store mine for about 2-3 months but I think it’s definitely more cautious to make a new smaller batch each time.
I think it’s because the neem oil can separate from the water. I was taught to mix the neem oil and soap first to properly emulsify, then add a bit of warm water to mix, and then fill the rest of the bottle with cold water. I’ve not had any issues with the oil separating again but usually go through a bottle within a few weeks
I just wanted to stop by the comments and let you know I loveee your channel! You have such a fun personality and you explain things so well ❤️ pls never stop making videos for me to watch while I take care of my plants 😂
For the preventative spray how often do u spray your plants with it? Is it every once in a while or do u only spray when u suspect there might be pests somewhere? :O thanks for the tips!!
Is it true that neem oil after mixing with water and soap can be use only in 8 hours and after that time it decomposes and is useless? I saw this information couple of times lately.
Good question! I’m not entirely sure. The manufacturer says that the product lasts about a year if stored in a cool, dark place. But I think it’s the soap that’s supposedly breaks down the oil. I usually store mine for about 2-3 months but I think it’s definitely more cautious to make a new smaller batch each time.
I think it’s because the neem oil can separate from the water. I was taught to mix the neem oil and soap first to properly emulsify, then add a bit of warm water to mix, and then fill the rest of the bottle with cold water. I’ve not had any issues with the oil separating again but usually go through a bottle within a few weeks
I was wondering if this was something that could handle not using fully right away. To be safe, I'll probably make smaller batches! Great video, Jen!
Omg love the opening 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
Thank you so much!!
A few drops of peppermint oil (which some people believe also has pest prevention properties) with your neem oil mix makes it smell nice, not bad
I use peppermint Castile soap!!
Cute intro! I’m learning a lot from you!
Thank you!!
Thanks for all the info!🙂
I just wanted to stop by the comments and let you know I loveee your channel! You have such a fun personality and you explain things so well ❤️ pls never stop making videos for me to watch while I take care of my plants 😂
Thank you!! 🥰🥰🥰
You are awesome, well done Bi.
Very informative, thank you for sharing!
For the preventative spray how often do u spray your plants with it? Is it every once in a while or do u only spray when u suspect there might be pests somewhere? :O thanks for the tips!!
monthly!
@@BeesHouseofPlants thanks for replying! Will definitely start doing this from now on!
If plants are in Leca can I/should I water them with the preventative mosquito bits tea?
You shouldn’t have fungus gnats if your plants are in LECA!! But I do the neem oil spray on them
Does the spray affect new/unfurling leaves?
Havent noticed any effect!