Incredibly stupid move...

lumbo

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:spew:

What an ass I am. Noticed spider mite activity on a small plant lastnight. Didn't have any proper insecticide around. Figured I'll go to store today and pick something up. Unfortunately I couldn't leave it at that and decided to take some kind of action to knock these bastards back a bit. Found some insect repellent, the kind you rub on your exposed skin if you are going to be outside amongst mosquitos and shit. A quick read of the label mentioned nothing about toxicity to plants. So I misted the plant just a little.
Today the plant looks like it was hit with agent orange. Taking emergency measures but I don't hold much hope for her.

I really don't think anyone would be as foolish as I but thought I'd mention this as sometimes, especially after a few beers our judgement isn't up to snuff.
So if you ever get the idea to mist your plants with mosquito repellent... don't do it.
 

GrowTech

stays relevant.
Dude how could you post this without pics? POST PICS! We demands it! I have to see how bad this plant is! :lol:
 

lumbo

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Ahh, too late for pics. I've already trimmed away all the discolored and wilted leaf matter and misted the hell out of what was left in an attempt to dilute any remaining toxins. Also took clones from any shoots which looked like they may survive. She is now in intensive care, It's "God bud" so at least she's got that going for her. :)
 

doobnVA

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Oh, dude.. that sucks. I couldn't help but laugh when I read your post, though. I've totally done stupid shit like that before, the whole time realizing that it was a bad idea - but alcohol makes you really stupid and think nothing bad could ever happen to you. I rarely ever drink anymore, mostly because I always end up doing something really stupid (and I'm talking stooooopid - so stupid your mama wants a do-over).
 
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