What is MERIT® Tree Injection?

Merit is based on insecticide Imidacloprid used to help control pests and
insects on trees. It is applied through soil injections or by a large “pointed
feeder syringe” whereby merit is injected into the ground where the roots
can absorb the nutrients and minerals and push them to the leaves. Merit
injection can control insects up to one year.

Benefits

Provides long residual control of major ornamental insect pests for up to
6 months or longer (one application per season)
Controls pests Adelgids, Aphids, Black vine weevil larvae (Merit Only),
Japanese beetles, Lace bugs, Leaf beetles (including elm and viburnum
leaf beetles), Leafhoppers (including glassy-winged sharpshooter),
Mealybugs, Psyllids, Scales, Tip moths, Whiteflies
Kills borers,including Emerald Ash Borer and Asian longhorned beetles.
Also kills adelgids, miners, whitefly, scale, beetles, weevils and more.
Merit is taken up by the plants root system so it is absorbed faster to
protect & increase new growth
Produces long term results on the vitality and
growth of plants and trees
Safe for the environment

When should MERIT® Tree Injection
be used?

Depending on insects being treated Merit
must be applied two to four months prior
to emergence of insects but can have
a one to two year residual effect. Soil
injection is a great method where overspray
could be a problem. Ideally, Merit injection can
be applied from early spring through late fall or
as long as the ground is not frozen.

How does MERIT® Tree Injection work?

Merit Tree Injection insecticide is systematically translocated when
injected into the trunk or root flare of the tree. Its active ingredient is a
chloronicotinyl insecticide that interferes with nerve impulses and disrupts
insect behavior. Pests stop feeding, stop reproducing and eventually die.
fertilizer is injected below the roots of the surface vegetation to provide
maximum benefit to the slightly deeper roots of the trees and shrubs.

How can TREE-TECH help?

TREE-TECH is a full service tree care firm that sets the standard of beauty,
quality and professionalism in New Jersey for over 27 years. It provides
a complete range of tree-related services, including general pruning &
shaping, tree removal, deep root fertilization for trees & plants and insect &
disease control. TREE-TECH uses MERIT® by Bayer that provides yearlong
control of most insects. TREE-TECH chooses MERIT® Tree Injection
insecticide because it contains 17.1% active ingredients more than other
injectable insecticides So, you get more for your money—and faster, more
efficient application, too!

About MERIT®

MERIT® is made by Bayer Environmental Science. It contains a higher
concentration of imidacloprid, the active ingredient, with less volume to
improve operational efficiency for controlling pest infestations. Because it
can be injected directly into the tree trunk or root flare, MERIT® can quickly
move throughout the tree, providing systemic protection.