Bonide Thuricide is a Bacillus thuringiensis (BT) liquid concentrate that targets destructive caterpillars and worm larvae on fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees. Mix with water and spray to control pests without harming beneficial insects; can be applied up to the day of harvest.
Key Features:
Targeted Caterpillar Control: Kills tent caterpillars, cabbage loopers, tomato hornworms, cutworms, leafrollers, and more
BT Biological Formulation: Uses Bacillus thuringiensis to stop feeding in larvae without harming birds, earthworms, honeybees, or ladybugs
Versatile Use Sites: Effective on fruit trees, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees
Easy Mixing Concentrate: Dilutes with water; label indicates 1/2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon depending on pest and plant
Harvest-Friendly: Can be applied up to the day of harvest
Fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, shade trees
Mix rate
1/2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water (per label)
Application timing
Can be applied up to day of harvest
Beneficial insects
Does not harm birds, earthworms, honeybees, or ladybugs when used as directed
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What is the active ingredient? A: Bacillus thuringiensis (BT), a biological insecticide targeting caterpillar larvae.
Q: Where can I use it? A: On fruits, nuts, vegetables, ornamentals, and shade trees per label directions.
Q: Will it harm beneficial insects? A: When used as directed, it does not harm beneficial insects like honeybees and ladybugs.
Q: How do I mix and apply? A: Dilute 1/2 to 4 teaspoons per gallon of water based on label directions, then spray foliage where larvae feed.
Q: Can I spray before harvest? A: Yes, Thuricide can be applied up to the day of harvest following label instructions.
A Clean, Natural Defense for Lush Garden Beauty
Thuricide brings a gentle yet effective calm to the garden, preserving vibrant foliage while quietly tackling caterpillars at the source. Its BT formula is a whisper of science—precise, targeted, and kind to the ecosystem. Style your edible beds and fruit trees with confidence, knowing this concentrate keeps the palette pristine without disturbing pollinators. For a polished, luxurious landscape, it’s the discreet guardian every garden deserves.
Protect your garden naturally—add Bonide Thuricide to your cart and control caterpillars with confidence today.
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