Fertilome Dipel Dust is a biological insecticide powered by the bacterium Bacillus Thuringiensis kurstaki (Btk). This rod-shaped bacterium is naturally found in the soil in many places around the world and targets pests in the Lepidoptera order. Many of the most serious plant pests are in this order, including (but not limited to) Spongy Moth, Hornworms, Leafrollers, Budworms, Loopers, Tent caterpillars, and Webworms. When a caterpillar ingests treated foliage, the Btk releases a type of endotoxin which paralyzes the caterpillar's digestive tract. As soon as this happens, the caterpillar will stop feeding and die a short time later.
- Poses no threat to other animals or insects outside the Lepidoptera order
- Birds and other animals will not be harmed if they feed on infected worms
- For best results, use at the beginning of the pest's life cycle (1st and 2nd instars)
- For use on vegetables, shrubs, lawns and flowers
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This Product Controls These Pests or Diseases:
Armyworms, Bagworms, Blackheaded Budworms, California Oak Moths, Cankerworms, Diamondback Moths, Fruit Tree Leafrollers, Green Cloverworms, Gypsy Moth Larva, Hornworms, Imported Cabbage Worms, Loopers, Melonworms, Omnivorous Leafrollers, Red-Humped Caterpillars, Rindworms, Saddleback Caterpillar, Saddle Prominent Caterpillars, Salt Marsh Caterpillars, Sod Webworms, Spruce Budworms, Tent Caterpillars, Tobacco Budworm, Hornworms, Tomato Fruitworms, Variegated Cutworms, Webworms, Western Tussock Moths, and other listed Worms.
HOW TO USE:
- Dust thoroughly to cover all plant surfaces.
- Apply when pests appear and repeat as necessary.
- Apply the specified number of ounces from the crop-specific application rates listed below up to 50 square feet for vegetable and turf treatment.
BEANS, PEAS, CABBAGE, TURNIPS, CAULIFLOWER, COLLARDS, BROCCOLI AND MUSTARD GREENS:
- Use ½-1 oz. to kill Loopers and Webworms.
- For Hornworms, Cabbageworms, Diamondback Moths and Green Cloverworms, use ¼-½ oz.
- For Armyworms use 1-2 oz.
TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS, SQUASH, PEPPERS, MELONS, LETTUCE, CELERY, POTATOES, AND SPINACH:
- Use ½-1 oz. to kill Loopers, Tomato Fruitworms, Variegated Cutworms, Rindworms, Salt Marsh Caterpillars.
- For Hornworms use ¼-½ oz. For Armyworms and Melonworms use 1-2 oz.
TURF:
- To kill Sod Webworms use 2-4 oz.
SHRUBS AND FLOWERS:
- Dust to thoroughly cover plant surfaces.
Environment:
To protect the environment, do not allow pesticide to enter water or runoff into storm drains, drainage ditches, gutters or surface waters. Applying this product in calm weather when rain is not predicted for the next 24 hours will help to ensure that wind or rain does not blow or wash pesticide off the treatment area.
Storage:
Do not contaminate water, feed or food by storage or disposal. Store in a cool and dry place inaccessible to children and pets.
Cannot Be Shipped To: AK,CA,HI
Warning & Toxicities:
Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Harmful if inhaled. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Active Ingredients/Guaranteed Analysis:
Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. kurstaki strain ABTS-351
Fermentation solids, spores and insecticidal toxins..................0.064%
Other Ingredients:...................................................................99.936%
Total: .....................................................................................100.000%
