Chapin Sprayers for Organic Pest Control

First, a couple of comments about the benefits of reusable sprayers: Some organic pest control concentrates are available in ready-to-use spray bottles. Using a bottle of concentrate and a reusable Chapin sprayer is much more economical. You can cover more area for a lower cost. Also, a reusable sprayer extends your reach with the hose and spray wand, and allows you to adjust the spray pattern for most effective coverage. Read Common Garden Pests & Organic Treatments for additional information on specific pests and which organic treatments to use to fight them.

Chapin makes a wide variety of sprayers for different applications. Those listed below were selected based on best configuration for the application, affordability, ease of use and coverage area. All are available on Amazon.com.

If you’re spraying water to wash pests off your plants: Washing off pests requires a hose nozzle with a strong, concentrated stream of water. The 4600, 4608 and 4610 have pattern or adjustable twist nozzles that can deliver jet streams. Make sure you test the stream and adjust it if needed to avoid damage to foliage.

If you’re spraying organic solutions like oils, beneficial nematodes, or bacteria: The type of sprayer you need depends on the size of area that needs to be covered, the distance you need to spray, and the capacity you are comfortable carrying.

For small areas, Chapin’s 1002 48-ounce handheld sprayer is easy fill and carry.	Chapin’s SureSpray sprayers eliminates clogging with the anti-clog, in-tank filter. All come with adjustable spray nozzles. 20004 and 20084: 1-gallon sprayers 20002: 2-gallon sprayer	Avoid fatigue from manual pumping with Chapin’s 27504 battery-powered 2-gallon sprayer.
If you need to reach trees and tall shrubs backpack sprayers are the best option. The 61800 ProSeries: 4-gallon manual 60124: 4-gallon battery-powered	To soak your soil with neem oil, use Chapin’s 47998 2-gallon watering can. Made of 100% recycled plastic in the USA.	Chapin’s G364D hose end sprayer is best suited for spraying beneficial nematodes. It automatically mixes your solution with water while spraying.

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When using pest control products: fill the sprayer with water first and then add the concentrate. Neem oil and soap can create a foam and adding water first helps to eliminatet this. You will need to shake or agitate the sprayer to mix the solution. 

Wearing protective gear is recommended even when spraying organic, non-toxic solutions. You want to avoid irritation to the skin and eyes by wearing gloves, long sleeves and goggles.

Remember to spray the diluted concentrate either early in the morning or in the evening to avoid burning of foliage.

Always clean your sprayer after each use to ensure the best performance of your sprayer over the long term. A triple rinse is recommended including nozzle, hose and wand.

Do not store solutions in the sprayer.