Milky Spore Powder – 50 lbs (Kit of 2 x 25 lb Drum)

Description

Long-Term Japanese Beetle Grub Control — Naturally

If Japanese beetle grubs are destroying your lawn, turf, or landscape, Milky Spore Powder offers a proven, organic solution. This 50 lb kit — two 25 lb drums — contains Paenibacillus popilliae, a naturally occurring bacterium that specifically targets Japanese beetle grubs in the soil before they emerge as destructive adults. Apply once, and let nature do the rest.

Key Benefits

• Long-lasting grub control — targets Japanese beetle larvae at the soil-dwelling stage before they cause surface damage
• Self-perpetuating action — once grubs ingest the spores, the bacterium continues to propagate in the soil while grubs remain active
• Safe for people, pets, and beneficial insects — highly target-specific with no known impact on non-target organisms
• Safe around food crops — can be applied in vegetable gardens, orchards, and edible landscapes
• Compatible with most fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides — fits into existing lawn and garden programs
• Unaffected by freezing or adverse weather — remains viable through seasonal temperature extremes
• Bulk value — 50 lb kit covers large properties, farms, golf courses, and commercial turf

Product Features

• Active ingredient: Paenibacillus popilliae (naturally occurring soil bacterium)
• Kit contains: 2 x 25 lb drums (50 lbs total)
• Formulation: Powder — easy to apply with a standard dispenser tube or spreader
• Target pest: Japanese beetle grubs (Popillia japonica)
• Application method: Soil surface application
• Grubs die within approximately 3 weeks of ingestion
• SKU: ARBC-1216049

Common Applications

• Residential lawns and turf — homeowners dealing with recurring Japanese beetle damage
• Golf courses and sports fields — large-scale turf management without synthetic pesticides
• Farms and orchards — protecting soil health and root zones in agricultural settings
• Municipalities and parks — organic grub control for public green spaces
• Landscape contractors — offering clients a long-term, low-maintenance grub solution

Why Choose Milky Spore Powder?

Milky Spore has been trusted by organic growers and turf professionals for decades. Unlike broad-spectrum chemical insecticides, it works exclusively on Japanese beetle grubs — leaving earthworms, pollinators, and other beneficial soil organisms unharmed. It requires no repeat annual applications once established in the soil, making it a cost-effective, low-labor solution for large properties. The 50 lb bulk kit is ideal for anyone managing significant acreage who wants reliable, long-term results.

Pro Tip: Pair with beneficial nematodes (NemaSeek) for enhanced grub control, especially in high-pressure situations or during initial establishment.

Product Specifications

• Total Weight: 50 lbs (2 x 25 lb drums)
• Active Ingredient: Paenibacillus popilliae
• Formulation Type: Powder
• Coverage Rate: 10 oz per 2,500 sq. ft. | 1 lb per 4,000 sq. ft. | 2.5 lbs per 10,000 sq. ft. | 10 lbs per acre
• Target Pest: Japanese Beetle Grubs (Popillia japonica)
• Application Timing: When grubs are actively feeding in the soil
• Storage: Stable in freezing and adverse environmental conditions
• Vendor: ARBICO Organics
• SKU: ARBC-1216049