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Apple Maggot monitoring trap

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Maggot damage in apples and pears is mainly caused by caterpillars of the codling moth. Female moths lay eggs on leaves and fruits, the eggs hatch after 10-14 days, and caterpillars bore into the fruitlets and feed ravenously on them in early summer.  Vitax Apple Maggot monitoring traps lure male moths and allow gardeners to assess the infestation problem, then treat with a suitable insecticide if needed.

Male moths fly and mate on warm nights from mid May to the end of July, so this is the time to use the traps.  They can be hung from trees and will monitor the moth situation for approximately three to five trees up to 12 metres apart. If more than 12 moths are trapped in a week, we recommend treating with a suitable insecticide such as Py spray garden insect killer.

Vitax Apple Maggot monitoring traps are are effective for about five weeks, and are suitable for organic gardening.


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