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Phisherman[_3_] · 07-05-2009, 03:07 AM posted to rec.gardens

On Tue, 05 May 2009 19:11:34 -0500, wrote:

On Tue, 5 May 2009 00:08:50 -0500, "Freckles"
wrote:

I would like to use a systemic pesticide on my roses.

I've heard systemic pesticides can be very dangerous.

I've tried several different sprays and am not satisfied with the results.

Can anyone recommend a brand of systemic pesticide that is not so dangerous
to humans and pets?

Thanks,

Freckles

I've planted garlic around the roses with good success. Definitely kid
and pet friendly.

Kate

Kate, you are extra fortunate to have garlic that works. I have a
row of garlic in front of my roses, it dies to the ground in June but
comes back in January. It is the companion plant. It does nothing
to stop the aphids, not sure about deer or vampires though.