DiPel PRO DF
DiPel PRO DF is a biological BT insecticide for controlling damaging caterpillars and worm-like larvae on labeled ornamental and landscape plants. It works after larvae feed on treated foliage, making it a targeted option for reducing plant damage while fitting well into organic and IPM programs.
DiPel PRO DF is a biological BT insecticide for controlling damaging caterpillars and worm-like larvae on labeled ornamental and landscape plants. It works after larvae feed on treated foliage, making it a targeted option for reducing plant damage while fitting well into organic and IPM programs.
Apply DiPel PRO DF when caterpillars are small and actively feeding for the best results. Good spray coverage is important because larvae must eat treated plant surfaces for the product to work.
Product Information
DiPel PRO DF
DiPel Pro is a biological insecticide with Bacillus thuringensis v kurstaki (BT),54%. BT is a highly selective bacteria that is effective for controlling various caterpillars and worms of the order Lepidoptera. This effective, broad spectrum insecticide is OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) listed for use in organic production. This biological insecticide controls more than 30 insects, including various bagworms, looper, tobacco budworms, armyworms and tent caterpillars. As an organic insecticide, it is biodegradable and easy on the environment, with minimal effects on humans and non-target insects or animals such as honeybees, predatory insects, earthworms, birds or snakes.
Dipel PRO DF is a dry flowable that is mixed with water. We also carry BT is a liquid form, Bonide Thuricide Bacillus Thuringiensis (BT) Concentrate. 15%.
How Dipel Pro DF Works
Larvae eat a lethal dose of Dipel Pro DF and stops feeding. Mortality will occur within several hours to 3 days.
DiPel PRO DF
DiPel PRO DF is a biological insecticide made for targeted caterpillar control on labeled ornamental and landscape plants. It is a strong option when you need to protect foliage from feeding damage without relying on a broad-spectrum insecticide for every treatment.
This product works best as part of a proactive treatment plan. Instead of waiting until heavy damage is already visible, DiPel PRO DF should be applied when larvae are young, active, and feeding on exposed plant surfaces. Early applications help stop feeding sooner and give plants a better chance to recover with less visible injury.
Why Choose DiPel PRO DF?
- Targets caterpillars and worm-like larvae without acting like a general knockdown spray
- Works through feeding activity, making timing and coverage especially important
- Fits well into organic, IPM, and reduced-impact treatment programs
- Helps protect ornamental and landscape plants from chewing damage
- Can be used preventively when pest pressure is expected or curatively when larvae are first found
How It Works
DiPel PRO DF contains BT, a biological active ingredient that affects susceptible larvae after they eat treated foliage. Once larvae consume the treated plant material, they stop feeding and eventually die. Because feeding must occur for the product to work, complete spray coverage is one of the most important parts of a successful application.
Results may not look the same as a fast-contact insecticide. You may still see larvae shortly after treatment, but feeding should slow or stop once they ingest the material. Continue monitoring treated plants and reapply according to the label when new growth, rainfall, irrigation, or ongoing moth activity creates fresh feeding pressure.
Application Tips for Better Results
Scout plants regularly and treat when caterpillars are still small. Smaller larvae are generally easier to control and have had less time to damage the plant. Pay close attention to new growth, leaf undersides, webbed areas, and other spots where larvae may be actively feeding.
For foliage that is difficult to wet evenly, use a labeled spreader-sticker when appropriate. Always read the product label before mixing or applying to confirm use sites, rates, timing, restrictions, and crop-specific instructions.
| Packaging | N/A |
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| Manufacturer | Turf- Valent |
| Product Label | Label |
| Safety Data Sheet (SDS) | MSDS |
| More PDF's | N/A |
| Target Pests |
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| Active Ingredient(s) | Bacillus thuringiensis, subsp. kurstaki, strain ABTS-351, fermentation solids, spores, and insecticidal toxins - 54% |
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| Yield | 1lb bag can cover up to 2 acres. mixture rate is 1/4 lb to 2 lbs per acre, per 100 gallons | 2 teaspoons per gallon, 2 Gallons per 1,000 square feet |
| Mixture | Look at Label, for complete instructions and mixtures. |
| Application | Apply DiPel PRO DF as a water-mixed spray to labeled plants when larvae are actively feeding. Thorough coverage is important because caterpillars must feed on treated plant surfaces to receive a lethal dose. Use higher labeled rates during heavy infestations, repeat applications as needed based on pest pressure and plant growth, and avoid overhead irrigation for 24 to 48 hours after treatment when possible. |
| Not Available In | AK |
| Mfg Part | abb-3279 |
