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The Gardening Naturally Box Tree Moth Trap is an essential tool for gardeners looking to protect their box hedges, topiary, and borders from damaging moth infestations. By utilizing a targeted pheromone lure system, the trap effectively captures adult male moths to disrupt the breeding cycle, though it requires consistent weekly maintenance and regular lure replacement to ensure ongoing protection throughout the active season.
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Install the trap in mid-March to monitor and capture the first generation of adult moths before they begin the breeding cycle.
The trap should be positioned 1.5 to 2 metres above the ground to ensure optimal dispersal of the pheromone.
The pheromone lures should be replaced every five weeks to ensure they remain effective at attracting moths.
The water traps the moths, and the drop of detergent reduces surface tension, ensuring the moths sink and are trapped immediately.
The trap is intended for use from mid-March until October. It should be removed, cleaned, and stored during the winter months.
Keep unused lures in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain their effectiveness for the next season.
Check if the trap is hung too low or is hidden within thick branches. Ensure the lure is fresh (replaced within the last 5 weeks) and that the trap is in an open area.
During periods of high heat, check the water level more frequently and top it up to the 5cm mark to ensure moths are captured correctly.
The trap captures adults but does not kill existing caterpillars. You may need to manually remove larvae or use complementary treatments if an infestation is already established.
Setting up your trap is straightforward. Begin by assembling the funnel trap components securely. Fill the bucket portion with approximately 5cm of water, adding a single drop of detergent to the water; this breaks the surface tension and ensures the moths sink upon entry. Hang the trap in an open area near your hedges, ensuring it is not obscured by dense foliage.
Maintenance involves a weekly check to empty the bucket of captured debris and insects to prevent buildup that might impede future captures. Every five weeks, replace the pheromone lure with a fresh one to maintain consistent attraction levels. During the off-season, from November to early March, clean the trap thoroughly and store it in a cool, dry place. Always keep unused lures in their original packaging in a cool, dark location to preserve their potency.
