You hang a wasp trap a little way from the patio, the stable or the fruit trees, with a sweet bait inside: wasps are drawn by the smell, crawl inside and cannot find their way out. Here you will find the Knock Pest wasp trap and the Classic wasp trap, Knock Pest Wasp Bait in 250 ml, 500 ml and 1 litre, Resoluut wasp attractant and the Knock Pest Wasp Protector. For those who have to work near a nest, there are also wasp and beekeeper jackets, trousers and gloves.
Trap, bait or deterrent?
- Trap with bait: catches wasps around a spot where they are a nuisance. A special wasp bait attracts wasps more selectively than squash or beer.
- Wasp Protector: a decoy nest that you hang up. The idea is that wasps avoid a place with another nest. It does not catch wasps and is an addition, not a solution for a nest nearby.
- Protective clothing: a beekeeper's jacket with hood, trousers and gloves, for those who need to work near a nest or have it removed.
Timing and placement
Wasps are most on the lookout for sweet things in late summer; that is when a trap has the most effect. Hang it at eye level, in the sun or partial shade, a few metres from where you sit or work, not right next to it. Empty and refill the trap in time, because a full trap attracts less. Do not hang it close to beehives or flowering plants, so you catch as few bees and other beneficial insects as possible.
A nest in the stable or shed
A trap does not solve a nest. If the nest is in a cavity wall, roof or stable wall, you can puff a wasp powder into the entrance according to the label using a powder duster from spraying equipment; wear protective clothing when you do. If you are unsure whether they are wasps, bumblebees or bees, or the nest is hard to reach, call in a professional. Other traps help against horseflies and flies: see horsefly traps and fly traps for the stable, or the overview flying insects.
Frequently asked questions
Which bait do I use in a wasp trap?
A wasp bait or wasp attractant made for wasps. It attracts wasps selectively and fewer other insects than sweet drinks.
Where do I hang a wasp trap?
A few metres from the patio, the stable or the place where you work, so the wasps are drawn away from there rather than towards you.
Does a wasp trap help against a wasps' nest?
No, a trap catches flying wasps but does not deal with a nest. For a nest, use a product according to the label or call in a professional.