Nemasys leatherjacket killer (100sqm pack)

Product Information

We reported this issue to the house-builders and initially I asked them that I wanted them to replace the lawn with new turf, but to be honest I am not sure whether this will help after reading this article & Q&A’s. The weather has now turned cold so I do not think the nematodes will be the right immediate treatment (and perhaps not successful anyway due to the sheer amount of crane flies we had over September). Biological controls can be used where pesticides cannot be used,for example onplants that may be scorched by sprays and there are no synthetic pesticides available for some food plants Once you’ve removed all the damaged patches, apply good-quality topsoil to the bare soil, making sure it’s level with the rest of the lawn and re-seed. Choose grass seed that’s suitable for the soil and aspect of the garden.

They dwell in the soil, where they feed voraciously on the tender grassroots of your turf, gradually growing in size and strength. It’s essential to choose insecticides that have minimal impact on beneficial insects and the environment. The presence of biological controls should not interfere with normal gardening activities such as ventilating glasshouses and watering, although it is necessary to avoid the use ofpesticides You can buy them online. We recommend the range from the Organic Gardening Catalogue. Instructions on use If adult insects are present, their eggs will be hatching soon. Again, you may have to make repeat applications.Treat the same 100 sqm area again for a further 16 minutes to apply the remaining nematodes as well as to make sure they are adequately watered in. Consider integrated pest management (IPM) practices, which combine various control methods to minimize the reliance on chemicals.

Be patient and monitor progress: Reseeding and overseeding take time, and results may not be immediate. Exercise patience and closely monitor the progress of the newly seeded areas. Keep an eye out for signs of germination, such as the appearance of tiny grass blades. Adjust your watering and maintenance practices as needed to promote healthy growth. Nematodes are recommended for use whenever larvae or grubs are present. Generally, this is during spring and autumn. It is very important to irrigate immediately after application, water the grass well so the nematodes are washed below the thatch layer into the soil to reach the roots where the larvae will be feeding. Egg Stage: It all begins when adult crane flies, commonly known as daddy longlegs, lay their eggs in the soil during the late summer or early autumn months. These small, cylindrical eggs are often clustered together and hidden within the grass or vegetation.Damage From Larvae: The young crane fly larvae start to feed on the roots of grass, continuing throughout Winter and into Spring. Beneath their unassuming appearance lies a destructive force that can wreak havoc on even the healthiest of lawns. To calculate your area measure the width and length of the area to be treated and multiply them by each other e.g. 5m x 20m = 100 sq.m With the feeder in an upright position, apply evenly to half of the area using a side-to-side motion. Application will take approximately 8 minutes under typical water pressure conditions.

Nematodes (phylumNematoda) are a very diverse group of animals. There are more than 25,000 described species, and they are found in almost every habitat. Most are microscopic and theyare important components of soil and marine ecosystems. Many nematodes are free living, but more than half of described species are parasitic on plants or animals. A fewspecies such as the potato cyst nematodes ( Globoderaspecies), leaf and bud nematodes ( Aphelenchoidesspecies)and stem and bulb nematodes ( Ditylenchus dispasci) can feed on garden plants. To make sure the nematodes are adequately watered in, treat the same area again for a further 8 minutes if treating a vegetable patch or 16 Prepare your equipment: Before applying insecticides, gather the necessary equipment. Ensure you have a calibrated sprayer or spreader appropriate for the size of your lawn. Clean and maintain your equipment to avoid clogging or uneven distribution, which can compromise the effectiveness of the treatment. Larvae: Vine weevil grubs can be controlled by watering into compost or soil a suspension of pathogenic nematodes.For best results nematodes need to be used in a well-drained potting compost or light soil, which must be moist. Treatment in August to early September should control vine weevil grubs before they are large enough to cause serious damage to plant roots.Taking care to keep the feeder in an upright position apply evenly to the whole of the area for 8 minutes using a side-to-side motion to keep the nematodes well mixed. During this time most of the nematodes will have been applied. The nematodes come complete with instructions and can be applied using a watering can with a rose with large holes or nematode applicator. You just apply to moist soil when the soil temperature is above 10ºC (50ºF) and ensure the soil does not dry out for at least two weeks after applying the nematodes. Nematodes are capable of surviving the odd frost, so don't worry if the temperature falls after you have applied them.