These Glue Bands from Gardening Naturally deters insects from trees in a harmless way Stop insect pests climbing your trees. Safe non-toxic, non-drying glue. Unobtrusive, clear glue band with string. These clear glue bands have a non-toxic, non-drying glue surface which forms a barrier to stop infestations of winter moths, ants and other crawling insects including adult vine weevil. Use from October until April to protect against winter moths and for protection from ants and other crawling insects use from May until August.