Whether it is organic or not, all natural or not, or synthetic or not, it doesn't matter. If it kills something, a bug, a weed, a pest of any kind, it is a pesticide.
The most important thing, which cannot be stressed enough, is that the label is the law. It doesn't matter if you are a professional exterminator or using something you got at the local home improvement store, you must follow the label!
Each label will give you specific information. First, be sure that the target pest is listed. If it isn't, look for something that has it listed on the label. Don't use something made for ants on a wasp nest. It isn't meant for that, don't assume you know more than the manufacturer, or the EPA. The EPA makes sure that information is on there for a reason.
Next, check the application itself. Is it to be used outside? Can you use it in a greenhouse? Do you need protective equipment such as gloves, ventilator, long sleeves or pants? Be sure you wear it if it is listed.
Finally, check the environment at the time of application. Is there a temperature limit? Is it raining, or going to rain in the next 24 hours? Does the label say the area should be wet or dry? Is it windy? Does the label say to not apply the product if there is any breeze at all? You are responsible to prevent runoff or drift. You cannot allow the pesticide, all natural or not, to run off to another area or to someone else's property.
Common sense always helps, but remember, the label is the law!
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