Defenders Fruit Tree Grease Band 1.75m

Description

Brand: Defenders
Product code: STV436
Size: 1.75m x 10cm
Stays effective for up to 2 months
Poison free protection
String included
Protect fruit and ornamental trees against female winter moths, caterpillars, ants and earwigs
Natural, poison-free 1.75 m x 10 cm grease band to protect fruit and ornamental trees from damage caused by winter moths, caterpillars, ants and earwigs in gardens
Humane fruit tree grease band controls orchard insect pests; suitable for organic gardening, beneficial insects are not affected as the green colour does not attract them
Insect grease band stops crawling bugs from climbing up trees and remains effective for 2 months
Easy to apply to fruit trees, simply cut to desired length, wrap around tree trunk and secure in place with string provided
For enhanced results, apply at the beginning of winter before adult female moths climb trees to lay eggs; reapply in summer to protect against ant infestations and attack by crawling insects

Directions for Use
Remove overhanging branches and nearby vegetation that are likely to cause a bridge over the band.
Unroll grease band and cut to required length, ensuring an extra 8 cm overlap.
Unfold band to expose greased surface. Wrap band tightly around trunk (no gap) approximately 45 cm above soil level, ensuring greased side is facing outwards away from bark.
Overlap edges and secure band in place at top and bottom with string provided.
Cut string ends so they are neatly short against band and not hanging loose.

For best results
Wear disposable gloves when handling the grease band to avoid getting the grease on your fingers.
Apply on an affected tree trunk at the beginning of winter. This is prior to adult female moths emerging, climbing trees and laying their eggs.
Re-apply just before summer to protect from crawling ants.

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