Milky Spore is a one-time application
Milky Spore uses the naturally occurring bacterium, Paenibacillus popilliae. This bacillus primarily targets Japanese Beetle grubs, the soil-dwelling larval stage, before they become the destructive adults. These grubs target lawn and garden soil, causing unsightly damage to turf and crop loss where they are active. Once applied, Milky Spore must be ingested by the grubs as they feed. The more spores that are in the area, the greater the chance of infection. Once ingested, Milky Spore kills grubs within approximately 3 weeks and continues to propagate while Japanese Beetle grubs are active.
Key Features:
- Target-specific meaning it is safe for use around people, pets and beneficial insects.
- Considered harmless to food crops.
- Aids in keeping digging mammals out of the treated area by limiting their food source.
- Not affected by freezing or other adverse environmental conditions.
- Compatible with most fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and other lawn chemicals.
Coverage Rate: Milky Spore Powder
- 10 oz for 2,500 sq. ft.
- 1 lb for 4,000 sq. ft.
- 2.5 lbs for 10,000 sq. ft.
- 10 lbs per acre
When To Use: Milky Spore Powder is a one-time application.
Milky Spore's effectiveness can be enhanced with the use of beneficial nematodes - specifically NemaSeek. This species of beneficial nematode actively seeks out grubs in the soil and spreads the Milky Spore as they do so. Apply Milky Spore dry, then water in the NemaSeek for complementary control of pests in your soil.
Additional Information:
This Product Controls These Pests or Diseases: Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica Newman)
One-time application needed. Please note that Milky Spore begins working as soon as applied so long as grubs are feeding. This means spring and autumn applications of Milky Spore are most effective because the grubs are most active at that time. Don't forget that beneficial nematodes are great for seasonal control of the Japanese Beetle. They are effective on a broad range of in-soil pest insects and they will help to more effectively distribute the powder form of Milky Spore.
How Apply Milky Spore Powder:
- Shake container to fluff powder.
- Place 1 teaspoon of Milky Spore Powder every 4 feet so that you create of grid of the powder. Can be applied using a Dispenser Tube.
- Water lightly.
If you are using beneficial nematodes for grub control, lay out the Milky Spore in a grid pattern first. Then, water in the nematodes. The beneficial nematodes will help disperse the bacillus through the soil. Refer to the Application Rates below for recommended treatment area.
Soil remains inoculated from 10 to 20 years from application.
Application Rate:
- 10 oz treats 2,500 square feet.
- 40 oz treats 10,000 square feet.
Environment: Outdoors, Crops, Orchards & Vineyards, Nursery, Greenhouse, Container Plants
Storage: Store in original container.
25 lb and 50 lbs sizes required to ship via UPS Ground
Cannot Be Shipped To: CA,OR,WA
What's In The Package: In efforts to improve sustainability, Milky Spore Powder may be packaged in clean, recycled materials.
Warning & Toxicities:
Do not inhale any powders.
Shelf Life: Indefinite when stored in a cool, dry place.
Active Ingredients/Guaranteed Analysis:
Spores of Bacillus popilliae*.....0.02% (w/w)
Other Ingredients.....99.98%
*Equivalent to 1x108 spores/g.
Reviews
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Great Product, works as promised
Oct 24, 2018 | By Charla M Abbott
Great service
Oct 21, 2018 | By Bill Nobles
Results of 1st year
Apr 4, 2014 | By Dan Buckley
