Yates Dipel Hg Bio-Insecticide
Controls various leaf eating caterpillars on a range of vegetables, fruit trees and grape vines.
Features
- Based on a naturally occuring bacteria, Bacillus thuringiensis that is deadly to caterpillars but harmless to humans.
- No harmful residues.
- No witholding period.
- Harmless to beneficial insects or wildlife.
- Comes in easy to use sachets – no measuring out.
How It Works
Bacillus thuringiensis is a bacterial organism which causes diseases in caterpillars. Once eaten by the caterpillars, it causes paralysis of the stomach and insects stop feeding and starve to death within two (2) days.
Ingredients
Bacillus thuringiensis
Directions for use
Mix one sachet (10g) with 5 or 10 litres of water (depending on pest). Spray both sides of foliage. Repeat at 7-10 day intervals.
Effectiveness
Failure to control caterpillars could be due to improper spray coverage, rain following application or not spraying regularly enough.
Precautions
Observe safety directions.
Material Safety Data Sheet
