CoreTect Tree and Shrub Tablet Insecticide
Best dual-action solution for homeowners seeking healthy, pest-free landscape plants.
CoreTect Tree and Shrub Tablet Insecticide offers enduring protection against damaging pests while promoting plant vitality. Its systemic action, powered by Imidacloprid, distributes throughout the plant, enhancing resilience to heat, drought, and poor soil. Integrated fertilizer nourishes your plants, supporting healthy growth. These easy-to-use tablets are effective for both new plantings and established trees and shrubs, providing a comprehensive solution for landscape pest management and overall plant health.
$126.93
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1789
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
+185%
Above average
Active Ingredient
20
/ Imidacloprid %
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking low-maintenance, season-long plant protection
- Gardeners wanting a mess-free, easy application process
- Environmentally conscious users prioritizing precise, targeted pest control
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious landscapers managing large-scale plant collections
- Conservationists concerned about protecting local bee and pollinator populations
- Gardeners needing an immediate solution for active pest infestations
Performance breakdown
Application Convenience
Tablet format eliminates messy mixing and precise liquid measuring tasks.
Systemic Efficacy
Imidacloprid uptake provides reliable, long-lasting protection from the inside out.
Nutrient Integration
Dual-action formula supports plant vigor while simultaneously managing pest populations.
Environmental Resilience
Strengthens plant defenses against heat stress and drought conditions effectively.
Versatility
Works seamlessly for both new plantings and established landscape specimens.
Broad-Spectrum Control
Targets a wide range of common pests with consistent systemic action.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
Imidacloprid 20%
Formulation
2.5-gram tablets
Container Size
250 tablets
EPA Registration Number
432-1457
Application Rate
2-3 tablets per inch of trunk diameter or per foot of shrub height
Product Type
Systemic Insecticide with Fertilizer
Application Method
Pour On
Target Life Stage
All Stages
Features
- Provides extended insect control
- Systemic action strengthens plant defenses
- Integrated fertilizer nourishes plants
- Improves tolerance to heat and drought
- Convenient and easy-to-use tablet format
- Effective on new and established plants
- Contains Imidacloprid for broad-spectrum control
- Protects against a wide range of common pests
What customers say
Users consistently highlight CoreTect's remarkable ease of use. Its tablet format simplifies application, requiring only insertion near the root zone, eliminating messy spraying or mixing. This straightforward method is complemented by impressive reliability. Customers report long lasting, effective systemic protection against common tree and shrub pests. The product offers substantial value and peace of mind through its dependable performance, making it a trusted choice for plant care.
Know before you buy
The application rate is based on the size of your plant. You should use 2 to 3 tablets for every inch of the tree's trunk diameter or for every foot of a shrub's height.
Once applied to the soil and watered in, the plant absorbs the active ingredient, Imidacloprid, through its root system. It then moves throughout the plant's tissues, providing internal protection against pests that feed on the foliage or stems.
Yes, CoreTect tablets are designed for both. For new plantings, place the tablets in the planting hole near the root ball, and for established plants, place them in the soil around the drip line.
The tablets contain integrated fertilizer to support plant health, but they are primarily an insecticide. Depending on your specific soil conditions and plant needs, you may still need to supplement with additional fertilizer throughout the growing season.
These tablets are intended for seasonal application. Because the systemic protection is long-lasting, a single application typically provides coverage for the duration of the growing season.
Yes. Beyond pest control, the systemic action of the formula helps improve a plant's overall resilience, making it better equipped to handle environmental stressors like heat and drought.
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