| Milky Spore Insecticide - 40 oz MILK002 |
Milky Spore Insecticides |
$79.95
Suggested Retail Price:
$160.00 each
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WHAT IS MILKY SPORE?
Milky Spore is a naturally occuring bacterium that affects Japanese Beetles at the grub stage of life. Milky Spore was first developed by the USDA in the 1930s to combat the Japanese Beetle but Milky Spore controls the June bug and Oriental beetles as well.
HOW DOES MILKY SPORE WORK?
When grubs are feeding, they injest the bacteris. The bacteria begins to multiply inside the gut of the grub killing it in about14 days. Once the grubs begins to decompose, billions of new bacteria are released into the soil.
HOW FAST DOES THE SPORE WORK?
Milky Spore begins working upon application wherever grubs are feeding. Warm climates can achieve complete control in 2-3 years. Colder climates may require 3-5 years.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
Once established in your lawn Milky Spore can last 15 to 20 years.
WILL FERTILIZERS AFFECT THE SPORE? HOW ABOUT CHEMICAL PESTICIDES?
Fertilizers and herbicides will not affect the Spore. Chemical grub controls do not harm the bacteria, however, the use of chemical controls willl slow the rate of spread of the bacteria. The use of chemical grub controls along with Milky Spore can be effective, but only spot spray with chemical control.
CAN MILKY SPORE BE USED IN THE GARDEN?
Yes. Milky Spore is harmless to food crops.
HOW MUCH MILKY SPORE DO I NEED?
Milky Spore is applied 10 pounds per acre. However, more can be applied for faster results.
HOW DO I APPLY MILKY SPORE?
Milky Spore is applied using a level teaspoon amount every three feet in rows three feet apart forming a grid-like pattern when. St. Gabriel Laboratories manufacturers a dispenser for easy application.
SHOULD CHILDREN AND PETS BE KEPT OFF THE TREATED LAWN?
No. Milky Spore is not a poison. It will not affect man, animals or contaminate well water.
CAN I CUT MY GRASS AFTER APPLICATION?
No. After application water the Milky Spore into the soil for about thirty minutes. After the spots have been watered in, the lawn may be mowed.
WILL FREEZING RUIN THE SPORE? WHAT ABOUT HEAVY RAIN?
No. Once applied, Milky Spore is not affected by environmental conditions. |
Features:
- Large Size for big areas
- Safe for the environment
- Easy to apply
- Works in as little as 14 days
- Lasts 15-20 years
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Big 40oz Can |
Specifications:
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| Weight: |
40.00oz |
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| Manufactured by: |
Milky Spore |
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| Made in USA |
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Payment Methods:
American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Money Orders, Bank Checks and Personal Checks - $6.00 minimum shipping charge |
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