Pesticide Classification
__ Herbicide _X Fungicide
__Bactericide
_X Insecticide/Miticide
__ Molluscicide __ Repellent
Properties Properties Properties
__ Selective
__ Non-selective

__ Pre-emergent
__ Post-emergent

__ Systemic
__ Contact
_X Broad Spectrum
__ Specific

__ Systemic
_X Non-systemic

_X Protectant
__ Eradicant
__ Synthetic
__ Biological
__ Oil
__ Soap
__ Botanical
__ Other
__ Broad-spectrum
__ Specific

__ Systemic
__ Non-systemic

__ Contact poison
__ Stomach poison
__ Other

Common Brand Names:

Bonide Sulfur Dust
Ferti-lome Dusting Sulfur
Hi-Yield Dusting Wettable Sulfur
Safer Garden Fungicide RTU

Chemical Action and Usages: Sulfur is a natural element that is toxic to fungus. It is available in several formulations including a RTU spray, wettable powder and dust. It is used for the control and prevention of black spot, rusts, leaf spots and powdery mildew on roses, other ornamentals, fruits and vegetables. It is also used less frequently as a miticide on some of the above. Sulfur disrupts the metabolic functioning of fungi and is one of the oldest known pesticides. For organic gardeners, sulfur is an important fungal disease control product. The Safer product listed contains the OMRI™ (Organic Materials Review Institute) seal of approval. Sulfur may be used on food crops up to one day of harvest.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand and formulation you have selected. Apply the product according to the directions on the label. Since sulfur is abrasive to some metals, apply sprays with a plastic sprayer. Foliar injury may occur from applications made above 85 degrees F.

Toxicity: Low toxicity to humans, however, sulfur can irritate skin and eyes and spray vapors should not be inhaled. Non- toxic to birds, bees and fish.