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Noel from Oklahoma City, Ok writes

Does Tengard kill bagworms if sprayed on them and is it safe for the evergreen trees that are infested?

Answer:

Tengard SFR is labeled for bagworms and mixed at 4-8 fl oz per 100 gallons of water and is safe for evergreens.   It is important to start control methods before a major infestation occurs. Once the bagworms have matured and have formed the "bag" most chemical control methods will no longer work. You can manually control bagworms by simply plucking them off of the infested trees and dropping them into a bucket of soapy water or squishing them.  This control method is most useful during fall, winter and early spring, before the eggs inside the bag have hatched. Chemical control may be achieved when the larvae are small and just emerging from the over-wintering bag.  Use a concentrated liquid insecticide such as Talstar or Tempo. Foliage should be thoroughly wetted with the insecticide spray in order to achieve thorough coverage.  When doing an insecticide treatment, timing is key. To find out the correct time of year to treat for bagworms in your region contact you local Cooperative Extension office. These offices can prove to be invaluable when treating for insect pests.

Answer last updated on: 05/31/2015

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