Why box tree moths are back this April “April is the beginning of the ... “It’s a safe and sustainable way to monitor activity and reduce infestations before the larvae cause significant damage.” ...

The Box Tree Moth (BTM) caterpillars are green and hairy ... japonicus, or Ilex chinensis after nearby boxwoods are defoliated. Overwintering larvae emerge and feed in late May to early June. Adults ...

The box tree moth, which gives the butterfly its name, predominantly targets the leaves of boxwood, among other plants. It ...

“It’s a safe and sustainable way to monitor activity and reduce infestations before the larvae cause significant damage.” The RHS says box tree moths are not native to the UK. Originally ...

As April arrives, and the sunshine finally returns, gardeners across the UK are being warned to stay alert for an increasingly destructive pest – the box tree moth. From gorgeous Georgian town ...

To reduce the risk of irreversible damage from box tree moths, gardeners should inspect their box trees ... sustainable way to monitor activity and reduce infestations before the larvae cause ...

To reduce the risk of irreversible damage from box tree moths, gardeners should inspect ... activity and reduce infestations before the larvae cause significant damage.” To get ahead of the ...