Bug Ball Apple Maggot Traps Deluxe Kit — Pack of 125 with Brush-On Catch EM Sticky Coating

Bug Ball Apple Maggot Trap Deluxe Kit is a ready-to-use, non-toxic trapping system that protects apple and cherry trees using disposable yellow traps plus brush-on Catch EM sticky coating.

This deluxe kit supplies everything needed to reduce apple maggot and fly pressure in orchards, backyard trees, and small farms. Each pack contains 125 traps in a package designed for seasonal placement before petal fall; when combined with the included sticky coating and hangers it gives growers an effective monitoring and capture tool without sprays. The traps are made in the USA and formulated for eco-friendly, non-toxic use, ideal for integrated pest management strategies.

How do these traps stop apple maggot flies from damaging fruit?

The bright yellow spherical traps visually attract adult apple maggot flies, which then become stuck on the sticky Catch EM coating once they land. Removing adults from the orchard population reduces egg-laying and subsequent maggot damage in fruit during the season.

• High-visibility yellow lure design that draws flies to the trap surface
• Brush-on Catch EM sticky coating adheres to adult flies on contact
• Disposable trap format simplifies clean-up and replacement
• Recommended placement timing: set traps before petal-fall for best effectiveness

What comes in the Bug Ball Deluxe Kit and how many trees can it protect?

The kit includes multiple components to deploy traps quickly: Apple Maggot Traps, wire hangers, and two 8-oz. cans of Catch EM sticky coating with a brush applicator. Product guidelines suggest six traps per tree for strong protection, so a pack of 125 supports dozens of trees depending on deployment density.

• Contents per kit: 25 apple maggot traps, 25 wire hangers, two 8-oz. Catch EM cans with brush applicators
• Use rate: about six traps recommended per tree for optimal control
• Pack scaling: multiple kits can be combined for larger orchards or staggered deployment
• Disposable design reduces labor at season end—simply remove and discard used traps

When and where should I place these traps for best results?

Set traps early in the season—ideally before petal-fall—to intercept the first flying adults. Place the traps within the tree canopy at fruiting height and in sunny locations where flies are likely to search for hosts.

• Timing: deploy before petal-fall and monitor through harvest as needed
• Placement: hang traps inside the canopy at fruit level for maximum catches
• Spacing: use six traps per tree for higher pressure; fewer traps can be used for monitoring
• Maintenance: reapply sticky coating if it loses tack or becomes clogged with debris

Is this product safe to use around people, pets, and beneficial insects?

The Bug Ball traps rely on visual attraction and a non-toxic sticky coating rather than chemical insecticides, making them a lower-risk option for residential and integrated pest management settings. Because traps are disposable and targeted, they minimize exposure compared with area sprays; still, place traps to avoid contact from children and pets and to limit impacts on non-target beneficials.

• Non-toxic formulation; no broadcast pesticides required for trap function
• Targeted capture reduces broad environmental exposure when properly placed
• Hang traps out of reach of pets and away from play areas
• Monitor catches to assess impact on non-target species and adjust placement

Who is this for: The Bug Ball Apple Maggot Trap Deluxe Kit is suited to orchardists, small-scale fruit growers, and backyard gardeners who want a practical, non-chemical option for monitoring and reducing apple maggot and fly pressure. It’s especially useful for users following integrated pest management practices who need ready-to-deploy traps, easy application with a brush-on sticky coating, and disposable units for straightforward season-end cleanup.