David Grays Malathion Garden Spray 500mL – Insecticide Concentrate for Aphids, Mites & Fruit Fly

David Grays Malathion Garden Spray 500mL: Insecticide Concentrate for Aphids, Mites & Fruit Fly

David Grays Malathion Garden Spray is a concentrated insecticide for controlling a broad range of common pests in the home garden. It contains 500g/L maldison (malathion) and controls aphids, mites, scale, cabbage moth and loopers on ornamentals and vegetables, and it also controls fruit fly in home garden fruit trees. This is the larger 500mL concentrate, which is the economical size for bigger gardens and regular use, letting you mix only as much as you need for each job.

Malathion is a long-established, broad-spectrum contact insecticide, which means it needs to make direct contact with the pests to work. Its ability to handle both sap-sucking pests like aphids, mites and scale and chewing pests like cabbage moth and loopers, plus fruit fly, means one product covers a lot of the common problems across the garden, from ornamentals to the vegetable bed and fruit trees.

For fruit fly in particular, it is used with an added attractant. Mixing protein or sugar into the spray draws the fruit fly to the treated area, which makes the control far more effective than spraying alone. As with any garden chemical, it should be used strictly as directed on the label, including the withholding period before harvest.

Key Features & Benefits

• Concentrated garden insecticide containing 500g/L maldison (malathion)

• Controls aphids, mites, scale, cabbage moth and loopers on ornamentals and vegetables

• Also controls fruit fly in home garden fruit trees

• Broad-spectrum contact control of both sucking and chewing pests

• Larger 500mL concentrate, economical for bigger gardens

• A reliable, long-established insecticide for the home garden

How to Use

Pour the required quantity into a measuring cylinder and mix with water.

• For aphids, mites, scale, cabbage moths and loopers: mix 5mL per 2 litres of water, and apply late in the day, out of the heat.

• For fruit fly: mix 25mL per 4 litres of water to treat approximately 30 trees, and add 25mL of protein or 200g of sugar to the solution as an attractant.

Spray to cover the affected plants thoroughly, including the undersides of the leaves. Apply late in the day out of the heat, avoid spraying in temperatures above 30°C or on stressed plants, and do not harvest treated fruit or vegetables for 4 days after spraying. Always use as directed by the product label.

Safety and Responsible Use

• Read the label and keep out of reach of children. Malathion is an organophosphate insecticide and must be used strictly as directed.

• Wear protective clothing, including gloves and eye protection, and avoid contact with skin and eyes and breathing the spray mist.

• Do not spray in high heat. Avoid applying above 30°C, in direct sun, or on stressed plants.

• Observe the 4-day withholding period before harvesting treated fruit and vegetables.

• Protect bees and beneficial insects. Spray late in the day when bees are less active, and avoid spraying flowering plants bees are visiting.

• Protect waterways. Do not let the product or spray enter drains, sewers, streams or ponds.

• First aid / poisons. In case of poisoning, contact the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 or a doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What insects does malathion control?
David Grays Malathion controls aphids, mites, scale, cabbage moth and loopers on ornamentals and vegetables, and it also controls fruit fly in home garden fruit trees.

What is the active ingredient?
It contains 500g/L maldison (also known as malathion), a broad-spectrum contact insecticide.

How do I mix it?
For aphids, mites, scale, cabbage moths and loopers, mix 5mL per 2 litres of water. For fruit fly, mix 25mL per 4 litres of water (treating around 30 trees) and add protein or sugar as an attractant. Apply late in the day.

How do I use it for fruit fly?
Mix 25mL per 4 litres of water and add 25mL of protein or 200g of sugar as an attractant. The attractant draws fruit fly to the spray, making control more effective.

How long before I can harvest after spraying?
Do not harvest treated fruit or vegetables for 4 days after spraying, in line with the label withholding period.

Where can I buy David Grays Malathion 500mL in Australia?
It is available online in the 500mL size with local pickup in Bonnyrigg, NSW and delivery options.