Plum Moth Trap for Fruit Trees

Picking plums only to find maggots inside and brown tunnels through the flesh? Plum moth larvae burrow into developing fruit while it’s still on the tree, contaminating the stone and causing early drop. This plum moth trap helps protect plum, damson and gage trees by catching male moths before they mate.

Plum moths are one of the most destructive pests in orchards and gardens growing stone fruit. Adult moths lay eggs on fruit and leaves, and when larvae hatch, they tunnel straight into the flesh to reach the stone, leaving contaminated fruit and spoiled crops. This pheromone trap uses a species-specific lure, integrated into the sticky back plate, to attract male plum moths through six entry holes onto a glue-covered surface where they stick. By reducing breeding activity during the season, it helps limit the next generation of larvae without the need for insecticide sprays.

The trap has a white sticky back plate and a transparent protective cover. The outer cover protects birds from the glue and helps shield the sticky surface from leaves, rain and debris.
Selective, non-toxic and weather-resistant, it is suitable for use from early May through to the end of August. Only plum moths are attracted, leaving bees, bumblebees and other pollinators unaffected.

For apples and pears, see our codling moth trap.

How to Use
Remove the trap from the clear bag, pass the hanging tie through the hole at the top, and hang it in your plum, damson or gage tree before moth activity begins, ideally from early May. There is nothing to fit together and no protective sheet to remove.

Hang the trap on a branch at around 1.5–2.5 metres high, where air can circulate around it and moths can easily enter through the side openings. Keep it in place from May to the end of August to target both the first and second generation of plum moths. The trap is effective for up to 2 months from hanging; replace it sooner if the sticky surface becomes covered with insects, pollen or dust. Check the trap every 2–3 days during the active season.

How Many Traps Do I Need?
For a small plum, damson or gage tree, use 1 trap. For a medium or large tree, use 2 traps to improve coverage. For plantations and orchards, use 2 traps per 1.5 hectares.

Key Features:
Ready to hang — supplied assembled with the sticky back plate and transparent cover already in place.
Pheromone specific to plum moths (Grapholita funebrana) — integrated lure attracts only the target species.
Six entry holes — guide moths onto the glue-covered trap surface for effective capture.
Safe for bees and other pollinators — selective attraction ensures beneficial insects are unaffected.
Weather-resistant protective cover — helps shield the sticky surface from birds, leaves, rain and debris.

Dimensions:
Length: 22.5cm
Width: 14.5cm
Depth: 1.3cm

Contents:
1 x Plum Moth Pheromone Trap with hanging tie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to remove a protective sheet to activate the pheromone?
No. There is no protective sheet to remove. The pheromone lure is already incorporated into the sticky back plate, so the trap is ready to use straight from the bag.

How long does the plum moth trap last?
The trap is effective for up to 2 months after hanging. Replace it sooner if the sticky surface becomes heavily covered with insects, pollen or dust.

When should I put plum moth traps out?
Hang plum moth traps from early May through to the end of August to cover the main plum moth season in stone fruit trees.

Why are there no moths in my trap?
If no moths are caught, there may be little or no plum moth activity at that time, or the trap may need repositioning. Make sure it is hanging on a branch where air can circulate freely and moths can easily enter through the side openings.

Can I use this plum moth trap on damson and gage trees?
Yes. This trap is suitable for plum, damson and gage trees.

Is this plum moth trap safe for bees?
Yes. The pheromone lure is specific to plum moths, so bees, bumblebees and other pollinators are not attracted to the trap.