St. Louis, MO- Many avid gardeners make their own home remedies to kill insects on fruits, vegetables and plants as a natural, effective alternative to synthetic pesticides. Ideal for organic gardeners, Garden Safe^® Brand Insecticidal Soap can be used up to the day of harvest, which is good news for concerned consumers who want to get rid of insect pests and still enjoy seasonal fruits and vegetables.

The active ingredient in Garden Safe Brand Insecticidal Soap kills insects on contact and damages the cells of many soft-bodied, garden nuisances such as aphids, lace bugs, whiteflies and mealybugs. Unlike ordinary brands, Garden Safe Brand Insecticidal Soap is made from plants instead of animal by-products and is not mixed with alcohol.

"The best thing about multi-purpose Garden Safe Brand Insecticidal Soap is it's an extremely effective, organic product that kills insects on contact," comments Dan Birkenmeier, Garden Safe Assistant Product Manager. "Unlike some synthetic pesticides, no harm is brought to beneficial insects such as bees and ladybugs that frequently visit treated plants."

For maximum effectiveness, gardeners should spray undersides of leaves as well as tops. Early morning application of the product will slow drying time, increasing the length of protection. Garden Safe Brand Insecticidal Soap is available in 12 oz. and 24 oz. trigger spray bottles and in a 20 oz. concentrate and can be purchased at home centers, major mass merchandisers and independent garden centers and nurseries nationwide.

For maximum efficacy, always carefully read the label directions before using insecticidal soaps, and specifically follow the directions to be in compliance with regulations.

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Garden Safe^® Brand is a product of Spectrum Brands -a leading manufacturer and marketer of consumer lawn and garden products. Garden Safe Brand offers a wide range of effective natural and organic growth and control products, from all purpose and specialty plant foods and potting mixes to insecticides, fungicides and other pest control products. To learn more about Garden Safe Brand products, call 1-800-257-3379 or visit our web site at www.gardensafe.com.