Tree Tanglefoot Insect Barrier is a non-drying, sticky compound that forms a barrier against climbing insects. It is composed of all natural gum resins, vegetable wax and castor oil; contains no harmful chemicals or pesticides; is effective against insects that must climb the tree trunks to feed, mate or deposit eggs and is listed by the Organic Material Review Institute (OMRI) for use in organic gardening.

Tree Tanglefoot helps protect valuable trees and reduce future populations of pests such as gypsy moths, cankerworms, pecan and root weevils, ant, tent and army caterpillars, tussock moths, webworms, black vine weevils and climbing cutworms.

• No chemicals or pesticides - all natural ingredients
• Long lasting, weather-proof protection
• Protects fruit, shade and woody plants from insects
• Ready to use
• Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) listed for use in organic gardening

Before applying Tree Tanglefoot, we recommend wrapping the tree trunk with Tanglefoot Banding Material. . Banding material extends the life of Tree Tanglefoot, makes removal easy and prevents any possibility of the Tree Tanglefoot staining the trunk of the tree.

Before applying Tree Tanglefoot, we recommend wrapping the tree trunk with Tanglefoot Banding Material. . Banding material extends the life of Tree Tanglefoot, makes removal easy and prevents any possibility of the Tree Tanglefoot staining the trunk of the tree.

Easy-to-use kits, combining the insect barrier and banding material are available. Remove the tree bands at the end of the season.

Wrap Tanglefoot Barrier band around trunk. On rough bark trees plug all gaps under band with cotton batting or similar material. Do not apply directly to young, thin-barked trees or to bearing fruit or nut trees. Apply Tanglefoot Insect Barrier on banding material using a putty knife or disposable paddle to spread 3" (7.62cm) by 1/16" (1.59mm) thick. When sticky areas become covered with insects or debris, remove banding and repeat. Remove bands at end of season.

Remove Tree Tanglefoot from tools with mineral spirits. Remove from hands or skin with baby oil or citrus cleaners then wash with soap and water.