On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 12:28:15 +1100, "YMC"
wrote:

"Phisherman" wrote in message
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I don't like it but I use systemic pesticide on my roses, there would
be nothing left without it. Luckily, I only use it on roses.

I don't like using them either. But the thrips are veritable problem. My
peace and icebergs have suffered terribly from them. But once rogor etc.. is
applied - they look super fantastic.


You might want to consider Messenger, a protein applied to plants as a
preventative. Supposedly works well on roses and the American Rose
Society endorses it. Not sure if this product is a "bio-pesticide" or
"plant health regulator." The downside is you have to apply it every
3 weeks--not a bad price for non-toxic.