Should a Tea Tree Oil Fungicide Be Approved for Ornamental Plants?
Official title: Consultation on tea tree oil, Timorex Gold, Proposed Registration Decision PRD2025-03
Health Canada is deciding whether to approve Timorex Gold, a fungicide made from tea tree oil. It would be used on greenhouse and outdoor ornamental plants like chrysanthemums and carnations to control mold and fungal diseases. This is a natural alternative to synthetic pesticides.
Why This Matters
Buy flowers from a greenhouse or garden centre? This product could help growers fight plant diseases without synthetic chemicals. It's part of a broader shift toward natural pest control options.
What Could Change
If approved, Canadian greenhouse operators and ornamental growers could use tea tree oil-based fungicide on their plants. This adds a new natural option for controlling grey mold, white rust, and fusarium wilt.
Key Issues
- Should tea tree oil be registered as an active ingredient for pest control in Canada?
- Is Timorex Gold safe and effective for controlling fungal diseases on ornamental plants?
How to Participate
- Review the Consultation Summary to understand the proposed registration.