Hetrorhabditis bacteriophora/Steinernema carpocapsae/feltiae mixed

The Heterorhabditis nematodes burrow down in the soil to a depth of 7", have shown superior host-seeking abilities in looking for deep soil- dwelling pests.

Are most effective against Japanese Beetles, Grubs, Weevils, and many other target pests in lawn and garden.

Steinernema Carpocapsae Nematodes is a classic sit and wait ambush attacker near the soil surface and will attach it to passing pest insects.Steinernema Carpocapsae nematodes (SC) is most effective against flea larvae and caterpillars in lawns, garden soil, and under trees where larvae pupate. S. carpocapsae tends to be most effective when applied against highly mobile surface-adapted insects.

Heterorhabditis Bacteriophora and Steinernema Carpocapsae Nematodes Mixed (HB)

• 10 Million nematodes, Garden Size: will treat up to 3,200 sq.ft.
• 50 Million nematodes treat up to 1/2 Acre.
• 100 million nematodes treat up to one acre.
• 200 Million nematodes treat up to two acres.

Heterorhabditis Bacteriophora and Steinernema Carpocapsae Nematodes Mixed (HB)

Target pests include:

Cucumber Beetle, Grubs, Gall midge, Strawberry Rootweevil, May/June Beetle, Masked Chafer, Cranberry Rootworm, Flea, Scarab and Japanese beetles, Straw- berry Root and Black-vine Weevils, Chafer, Squash Bugs, Leaf Beetles, Termite, Cutworms, White Grubs, Algae Gnats, Black Fly, Potato Tubeworm, Meal Worm, Bark Beetle, Corn Root Weevil, Fire Ant, sting Bugs, Pine Beetle, Subterranean Termites, Earwigs, Gall Gnats, Gypsy Moth, Corn Root Worm, Billbug, Colorado Potato Beetle, Thrips, Ants and termites (apply directly to mound and nest areas),and many other deep soil dwelling insects.

They are highly efficent when the pest is more widely dispersed in the soil because they have a "tooth" to rupture the insect's skin and enter through the insect's body wall and openings.

Though they are harmless to humans, animals, plants, and healthy earthworms, beneficial nematodes aggressively pursue insects. The beneficial nematodes can be used to control a broad range of soil inhabiting insects and above ground insects in their soil inhabiting stage of life. More than 200 species of pest insects from 100 insect families are susceptible to these nematodes. When they sense the temperature and carbon dioxide emissions of soil-borne insects, beneficial nematodes move toward their prey and enter the pest through its body openings. The nematodes carry an associated bacterium (Xenorhabdus species) that kills insects fast within 48 hours. The bacteria is harmless to humans and other organisms and cannot live freely in nature. Several generations of nematodes may live and breed within the dead insect, feeding on it as a food source. When the food source is gone, they migrate into the soil in search of a new host. When the pest population is eliminated, the beneficial nematodes die off and biodegrade. Beneficial nematodes are so effective, they can work in the soil to kill the immature stages of garden pests before they become adults.

Beneficial nematodes infest grubs and other pest insects that are known to destroy lawns and plants.

The Nematodes are effective against grubs and the larval or grub stage of Japanese Beetles, Northern Masked Chafer, European Chafer, Rose Chafer, Fly larvae, Oriental Beetles, June Beetles, Flea beetles, termites, ants, Bill-bugs, Cut-worms, Army worms, Black Vine Weevils, Strawberry Root Weevils, Fungus Gnats, Sciarid larvae, Sod Web-worms, Girdler, Citrus Weevils, Maggots and other Dip-tera, Mole Crickets, Iris Borer, Root Maggot, Cabbage Root Maggot and Carrot Weevils.

Nematode Application: For 50 Mil. and larger quantities. Nematodes packaged in an inert powder carrying material that dissolves in water. Applied one teaspoon of the beneficial nematodes per gallon of water. Application in using a watering can, backpack sprayers, pump sprayers, irrigation systems, hose-end sprayer, or motorized sprayer. After mixing the nematodes with water, use the spray solution immediately. Evenly spray the solution over the ground areas to be treated. Continuous mixing should take place in order to prevent the nematodes from sinking to the bottom of the container. Keep the soil slightly moist during the first 7 days after application to help establish the nematodes in the soil. Sprinkle the turf or soil again with water after the application of the nematodes. Apply nematodes as soon as possible for best product performance. You may keep the package of nematodes in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks upon receiving the product.

Nematode Application: A variety of application devices can be used to apply 10 mil. nematodes • Tank Sprayer, Hose End sprayer or Watering Can: Empty the contents of the package into a 2-5-gallon container of water and stir. Once the product is in solution pour into the sprayer and apply immediately. Hose-end sprayer: Mix the contents of the package into 1 gallon of water. The resulting liquid can be used as a concentrate to fill the tank of most hose-end sprayers. Follow sprayer directions and adjust to the setting that uses the most water. If your spraying device contains any screens, remove them prior to application. Always apply when the soil temperature is above 40-F. Moisten the soil in the area to be treated prior to the application of the nematodes. Always agitate the sprayer or watering can gently during application to ensure a uniform distribution. • After the application, water the lawn with a hose or sprinkler to help the nematodes penetrate the soil. Keep the soil moist for 4 to 7 days after application to ensure best performance. Avoid using pesticides on the treated area 7 days before and 7 days after nematode application. Avoid spraying in windy conditions.