With weather warming we now have Beneficial Nematodes in stock along with ladybugs and praying mantis.
Beneficial nematodes are our natural go-to solution for controlling grubs and other insect larvae that overwinter in the soil.
Nematodes are microscopic worms that look rather eel-like in appearance. Most nematodes are actually bad in the garden (attacking roots) but some species are prized for their predatory characteristics. They parasitize soil-born grubs and insect larva.
Beneficial nematodes are our natural go-to solution for controlling grubs and other insect larvae that overwinter in the soil.
Nematodes are microscopic worms that look rather eel-like in appearance. Most nematodes are actually bad in the garden (attacking roots) but some species are prized for their predatory characteristics. They parasitize soil-born grubs and insect larva.
Beneficial Nematodes
Nemaodes come packaged within a moist sponge that prevents them from drying out. They are packaged without chemicals, preservatives, or inhibitors so they are suitable for use in organic and conventional gardening and farming.
The sponge formulation has the advantage that the nematodes can be easily rinsed from the sponge into a bucket of water and applied using a conventional garden sprayer, a watering can, or a hose-end sprayer.
Release Rates:
5 million (one package) - 2,000 sq. ft lawn - Nematodes are best released in the evening. For smaller areas, cut the sponge in half or quarters and apply some now, some later. Nematodes can stay in the fridge as long as 4 weeks.
First - pre-water the area to be treated.
Second - apply nematodes.
Third - water after application.
Fourth - return to normal watering.
The sponge formulation has the advantage that the nematodes can be easily rinsed from the sponge into a bucket of water and applied using a conventional garden sprayer, a watering can, or a hose-end sprayer.
Release Rates:
5 million (one package) - 2,000 sq. ft lawn - Nematodes are best released in the evening. For smaller areas, cut the sponge in half or quarters and apply some now, some later. Nematodes can stay in the fridge as long as 4 weeks.
First - pre-water the area to be treated.
Second - apply nematodes.
Third - water after application.
Fourth - return to normal watering.