When to apply Acecap?

For optimum first season response and for maximum duration control (i.e. 2-3 seasons), implants should be made after the trees are dormant, and prior to or during spring vegetative growth. Late summer/early fall treatments may be effective if trees still possess vegetative growth.

What is the best systemic insecticide for trees?

Our top pick for the best pesticide is the Compare-N-Save Systemic Tree and Shrub Insect Drench. A highly all-round pesticide, this easy-to-use concentrate is an excellent choice to target and destroy all types of pests.

How do you use Acecap?

For trees of less than 3 inch trunk diameter, use one MINI- IMPLANT per inch DBH. ACECAP Systemic Implants are to be implanted around the tree trunk base at 4 inch intervals. Using a tape measure, drill 3/8 inch diameter implant holes at a 4 inch spacing; spiraling up and around the trunk base.

What is a good systemic insecticide?

Some of the common house and garden insecticides that are systemic include acephate (Orthene®), imidacloprid (Bayer’s Tree & Shrub Insect Control™, Merit®) and dinotefuran (Greenlight Tree and Shrub Insect Control™, Safari®).

When did acecap and Medicap tree care products come out?

ACECAP® and MEDICAP® Systemic Tree Implants were developed in 1971. For 40 years, these tree care products have proven to be safe, effective, and the easiest-to-use systemic treatment available for the professional and home gardener. In addition, they offer the lowest cost systemic treatment available to the industry.

How big does a tree need to be to use acecap?

AceCap systemic insecticide implants are ideal for larger trees with a trunk diameter of at least 8 inches. These implants contain acephate, an eco-friendly insect control supplement. Use acephate to control emerald ash borer beetles and a host of other insects. These implants remain safely inside the tree.

How are acecap Medicap and phoscap implants work?

Unlike other systemic treatments, ACECAP®, MEDICAP® and PHOSCAP® utilize non-pressurized powder chemicals that are placed into the tree trunk, requiring no specialized tools – just a drill, a hammer and a flat-end punch. The implants are designed to remain safely inside the tree.

Are there any acecap implants for ornamental trees?

Recent USDA and university tests prove that Acecap implants prevent and control Emerald Ash Borer. For ornamental trees.