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Between months September and October.

Codling moths are the original 'worm in the apple', a pest which ruins fruit and can be a real headache for gardeners, as can all kinds of caterpillars. Nemasys Codling Moth and Caterpillar Killer is the first truly effective organic way of dealing with codling moths and caterpillars.

Rather than using dangerous poisonous chemicals the Namasys system is completely organic - each pack contains 3 applications of the naturally occurring beneficial nematode "steinernema carpocapse" - a natural product, harmless to children, pets and wildlife, which will successfully control caterpillars over an area of 40square metres, or codling moths over 20 trees.

For more detailed information on Nemasys Codling Moth Caterpillar Killer and how to use it, click on 'more info' below.

Use before expiry date, printed on the pack. Store in a refrigerator (but do not freeze). Do not leave in direct sunlight. You may order outside the recommended months at your own risk.

Follow simple 3-step instructions to apply the product:

• 1. Put the contents into a pump sprayer, add water, mix well.
• 2. Apply immediately - Codling moth: each pack treats up to 20 trees - Caterpillar: each pack treats up to 40msq.
• 3. Repeat with each pack at 5 - 7 day intervals so that a total of 3 applications is made.

For best results:

• Wet the area before applying the nematodes and apply with a pump sprayer so that all areas are treated.
• Avoid applications in bright sunlight; apply during evenings or dull conditions.
• Use entire packet at one time and do not store made up solution.

Codling Moth

• Use to control the over wintering caterpillars on trees and ground from September till October when daytime temperatures are over 14 degrees C.
• Apply each of the 3 applications to the same area at 5 to 7 day intervals to ensure all hatchings are killed.
• Apply to the trunk of the tree/main branches and to an area of soil equal to the tree cover above.
• If treating less than 20 trees increase the rate of application.

Pump sprayer example:

Trees have to be treated at a rate of 0.5 litres per tree. For example, using a 3 litre pump sprayer to treat 12 trees, half the pack would be used at a time, treating 6 trees with each application.

Caterpillar

• Apply when caterpillars are first seen on plants, usually around July.
• Apply each of the 3 applications to the same are at 5 to 7 day intervals to ensure all hatchings are killed.
• Apply to all leaf surfaces where caterpillars are present, making sure to spray pests with solution, pest not directly sprayed will not be controlled.