Milky Spore Japanese Beetle And Other Beetle Killer, No. 80010-9

Description

Overview
Milky Spore targets and kills Japanese beetle grubs, a familiar destructive pest, before they can grow into adult beetles. At the immature stage, Japanese beetle grubs feed on the roots of lawns, turf, and other grassy areas. The adult beetle feeds on flowers, ornamental plants, trees, shrubs, and the foliage of some field crops.
Originally developed by the USDA, Milky Spore is a naturally occurring bacteria
Bacillus popillae
host-specific to Japanese beetles. In areas treated by Milky Spore, Japanese beetle grub eat the spores during their normal feeding patterns. Then the spores reproduce inside the grub, eventually killing grub within 7-21 days. As the grub decomposes, it releases millions of new spores and these multiply and kill other grubs.
Milky Spore is safe for people, pets, wildlife, beneficial insects, and soil microorganisms. It does not affect streams, ponds, or groundwater. Product is approved and registered with the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Features & Benefits:
10 oz. Box can treat up to 2,500 square feet
Targets Japanese Beetle grubs feeding on roots
Naturally occuring bacteria
Bacillus popillae
Kills grubs within 7-21 days while releasing even more spores
Developped by the USDA and approved by the US Environmental Protection Agency
Safe for people, pets wildlife and waterbodies
Application:
Coverage: 10 oz. box treats 2,500 square feet.
Apply one teaspoon of Milky Spore powder to turf every 4 feet in rows 4 feet apart. It should look like a grid pattern when finished. Areas between direct applications will be inoculated naturally. Best results can be expected once the entire area is inoculated. Milky Spore requires only one application, lasting ten years or more.
It is most effective to apply Milky Spore in the summer and early fall. The soil must be above 65 degrees F when the grubs are actively feeding, which is the best time for application. It works best to apply just before rainfall, or water in lightly after application to soak into soil.
To apply Milky Spore, you can make a homemade dispenser by punching 15 nail holes into a 1 lb. coffee can, and attaching with duct tape to a 4 foot stick six inches from the bottom.
Specifications:
Key Feature:
Safe, non-toxic, long term control of Japanese beetles
Origin:
Made in the U.S.A.
Coverage:
2500 square feet