Bio Advanced 12 Month Tree & Shrub Insect Control Landscape Formula
Best long-term pest protection for ornamental landscape trees and shrubs.
Protect your landscape plants year-round with Bio Advanced 12 Month Tree & Shrub Insect Control Landscape Formula. This powerful concentrate works systemically, guarding trees and shrubs against damaging insects for up to 12 months. It effectively controls pests like aphids, Japanese beetles, and emerald ash borers. The current formulation is twice as concentrated as the original. Simply mix the concentrate with water and pour it around the base; rain will not affect its efficacy once absorbed by the roots. This product is intended for landscape use only and should not be applied to plants grown for food.
$154.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1717
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
+248%
Above average
Active Ingredient
2.94
/ Imidacloprid %
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting long-term landscape maintenance
- Gardeners seeking a simple, mess-free application method
- Plant owners struggling with hard-to-reach internal pests
Who should skip it
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing pollinator and bee health
- People needing immediate relief for active, severe infestations
- Vegetable gardeners growing food for human consumption
Performance breakdown
Residual Protection
Twelve months of systemic coverage sets the industry standard for longevity.
Application Simplicity
The pour-and-soak method removes the need for complex spraying equipment.
Concentration Efficiency
Doubled potency reduces the physical volume needed for large landscape treatments.
Pest Spectrum
Targets high-stakes threats like emerald ash borers with proven systemic efficacy.
Weather Resilience
Root absorption makes the formula effectively immune to post-application rainfall.
Safety Profile
Pet-friendly when dry, though strictly restricted from edible garden use.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
Imidacloprid 2.94%
Target Pests
Adelgids, Aphids, Bronze Birch Borers, Emerald Ash Borers, Leafminers, Japanese Beetles, Scale
For Use In
Trees & Shrubs (Do Not Apply to Plants Grown for Food)
Application Method
Mix in Water and Pour Around Tree/Shrub
Pet Safe
Yes, if used as directed on Label
Container Size
128 oz (gallon)
Pesticide Type
Insect Control Concentrate
EPA Registration Number
92564-22
Features
- Systemic protection lasts up to 12 months.
- Controls major pests like emerald ash borers.
- Twice as concentrated as the original formula.
- Rainfast once absorbed by plant roots.
- Easy application: mix with water and pour.
- Pet safe when application directions are followed.
What customers say
Customers highly value this product for its exceptional long-term reliability and ease of use. The systemic formula provides a full year of protection from one simple application around the plant base, eliminating frequent spraying. Users report dramatic success controlling persistent pests like scale and aphids, often saving valuable landscape investments. While the initial cost is higher than topical sprays, most agree the guaranteed 12-month duration and powerful curative results justify the premium. A minor consideration is the patience required, as systemic action takes several weeks to fully manifest. Overall, this treatment is celebrated for offering professional level protection with minimal annual effort.
Know before you buy
No, this product is strictly for landscape trees and shrubs. It should not be applied to any plants grown for food or edible consumption.
This formula provides systemic protection for up to 12 months. Because it is absorbed by the roots, it remains effective even after rainfall.
Yes, it is safe for pets as long as you follow the application instructions on the label. Ensure the product has been fully absorbed into the soil and the area is dry before allowing pets back into the treated space.
Simply mix the concentrate with water according to the label instructions and pour the solution directly into the soil around the base of the tree or shrub. The plant's root system will then absorb the formula to provide systemic protection.
Yes, this product is specifically formulated to control major pests, including emerald ash borers, as well as aphids, Japanese beetles, and scale.
Once the product has been absorbed by the plant's roots, it is rainfast. Rainfall will not affect its efficacy after the initial absorption period.
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