Surround WP
Surround® WP is an effective, OMRI listed crop protectant. Made from specially modified Kaolin clay, it is the only kaolin product registered for agricultural use. When sprayed on fruits or vegetables, it forms a barrier that protects from many pests. The white barrier not only repels pests, it causes irritation, confusion, and is an obstacle for feeding and egg-laying. Surround® WP is a proven defense against the glassy-winged sharpshooter, apple maggot, plum curculio, leafhoppers, Japanese beetles, rose chafer, thrips, pear psylla and many other pests.
- Professional Strength
- 25lb Bag
- Proven Effective on over 100 types of Eating Insects
- It can be applied up to day of harvest
- Easily rubbed off when the fruit or produce is ready to eat
- Surround can help control pests
Usage rates (Commercial):
25-50 lbs/ 100 gallons water/acre is average use. It may be up to 100lbs/100gallons/acre, depending on crop and problem. Must be agitated as it is applied. See product label for specific information.
Usage rates: (Home Garden):
Using a backpack sprayer:
- Mix 1/4 to 1/2 lb (approximately 3 cups) of Surround WP per one gallon of water. If your sprayer is not easy to shake, premix in a container and pour the mixture into your sprayer
- Add the powder slowly to approximately 1/4 of the water you will be using, stir and mix well by shaking vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Add the remaining water and shake for an additional 30 seconds.
- Shake the sprayer occasionally during application.
- When finished, spray until the sprayer is empty and flush the system. Leftover mix can be used within 2 weeks to avoid spoilage. Rinse the sprayer before the next batch.