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Ortho® Bug-Geta® Plus Snail, Slug & Insect Killer

Overview & Benefits

    • Attracts and kills snails, slugs, plus cutworms, armyworms, earwigs, and more!
    • Remains effective even after rain or watering.
    • Contains Bitrex®
    • Treats up to 6,000 square feet.

Available sizes:

    3 lb. bottle

How to Use

If ground is dry, water area to be treated. Scatter directly from the container or by using a hand-held spreader. Do not put granules into piles. Scatter granules in groundcovers and lawns, and on soil surface around plants. Do not apply to foliage or edible parts of plants. Sprinkle lightly with water after application. Withhold heavy watering for at least 2 days after application.

When to Apply

Apply anytime you see signs of listed pests. To prevent damage to transplants and seedlings, apply immediately after spring planting. Repeat treatment every 2 weeks or as needed. During periods of high rainfall or frequent watering, it may be necessary to treat more often.

Where to Use

Can be used around listed fruits and vegetables, in ornamental gardens and planted borders, in groundcovers and lawns. Do not contaminate edible parts of plants.

What it Controls

Insects: Kills snails, slugs, plus ants, cutworms, armyworms, earwigs, sowbugs, crickets, pillbugs, grasshoppers, and millipedes.

Container Type

Bottle

Active Ingredients

2% Metaldehyde, 5% Carbaryl

This is not the product label. Always read and follow the product label before use.

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