Nemasys vine weevil killer standard pack

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Unlike drip irrigation, which is best applied in the first irrigation of the day, when using conventional spray equipment, apply in the late afternoon or evening to avoid harmful effects of high temperatures and UV light. Naturally and safely control your Vine weevil infestation with our Vine Weevil Killer Nematodes, which are deadly to the Vine weevil larvae but safe to humans and wildlife. Vine Weevil Killer contains Steinernema species nematodes, or Heterorhabditis bacteriophorai n the summer months. These nematodes enter the larvae via a natural opening, like the mouth, and feed on the contents of the larvae. A natural bacterium is produced by the nematodes inside the larvae, which kills it. Infected larvae will be completely broken down by the nematodes. The nematodes also reproduce inside the larvae, releasing more nematodes into the surrounding area. When Should I Apply The Nematodes? Next, take 0.5 litres of nematode concentrate solution and add to an 8 litre watering can and fill with water ( or use our specific nematode applicator, the Nema Super Sprayer, for optimum nematode application).

They are ideal for protecting hedges, patio gardens, raised beds or amongst your most vulnerable or valuable plants. Position Nematop Adult Vine Weevil Traps in the summer when adult vine weevils are at their most active. Tip: In addition to controlling vine weevils, HB nematodes can also help to combat grubs in lawns which can cause a fair bit of damage. Similarly, application of fertilisers together with nematodes should be avoided, especially if this would lower the pH below 4.5. Further dilute the solution according to how many you bought and the area being treated. See the booklet provided with your nematodes for further information on dosing. If necessary, divide into several watering cans or mix several separate batches one after the other. Once the nematodes have been mixed with water at the recommended rate, apply in the recommended volume of water per m 2. This water volume is specified by some suppliers and not others.Nematode biological controls are usually either insect or mollusc specific. They therefore have the potential to infect non-target animals and so should be used in a targeted manner 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 Chafer grubs. If your lawn has yellow patches and looks like it has been dug up, chances are you have chafer grubs. The damage comes from the birds, foxes and badgers who dig for these tasty morsels. The grubs can be controlled by the nematode Heterorhabitis bacteriophora, one of the oldest known and best of the insect parasitic nematodes. It is best to deal with the young grubs in August and early September. The only downside to nematodes is you have to store in the fridge before use, but that’s nothing too onerous. Eggs start off white, but turn brown before they hatch, making them very difficult to spot in soil.

Water the diluted nematode solution into the infected area with each watering can covering an area of 10m 2. 10 watering cans be made up from the 5 litres of nematode solution which can treat a total area of 100m 2. Yes, vine weevils jump down to plants from walls, particularly in greenhouses, to land near pots. That’s why it’s important to keep infested plants away from walls.Vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcataus) is a common UK garden pest affecting over 200 plants and fruits like strawberries. It’s active from Spring to Autumn. Natural nematodes applied to the soil offer the best treatment.

HB nematodesare effective against both the pupae and the larvae of the vine weevil. HB nematodes are of the Heterorhabditis bacteriophora species and are tiny, measuring just 0.6 mm. These beneficial insects seek out vine weevil larvae and pupae in the soil and parasitise them. They then multiply inside the infested larvae or pupae, ultimately killing them. Finally, the nematodes leave the now-dead hosts and look for further larvae to enter. What do vine weevil eggs look like? Vine weevil eggs are white when laid, approximately 0.8mm in diameter and round. They rapidly turn brown as they mature. The eggs are often confused with slow release fertilizer pellets, however the pellets are much larger, 2mm in diameter.If you want to apply nematodes to your greenhouse when the outdoor soil temperature is <5ºC (40ºF) please see our underglass/indoor usage category - all nematodes featured in this section are sent 365 days a year. As a rule of thumb for application to containers, the total volume of water applied (including that used for nematode application and that used for irrigation afterwards) should be approximately 10% of the pot volume, but this will depend on substrate moisture content prior to application. For example, for a 7-litre pot, a total of 700 ml of water should be applied. Their body is also pear-shaped from above, and clearly divided into two segments. Vine weevil treatment UK Nematodes Do not let the soil dry out for at least the following 4 weeks, as the nematodes need moisture to survive.

It can be used on any plants without affecting them, including edible or ornamental plants growing in the ground (unlike insecticides). The larvae are grubs which feast on plant roots, often completely severing them from the upper stems. They have a soft creamy-white body, up to 1.5 cm long and brown heads. They often lie in a sort of "C" shape. The damage caused by the adults is unsightly, but the grubs can cause the plant to die. 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. For the organic grower, this is a biological - not chemical - pest control. Unlike a chemical spray, which may drift off target, nematodes are specific to the host pest, so that other wildlife is not affected. As soon as received, store nematodes in the fridge at the temperature recommended by the supplier (e.g. 2-6°C, 5°C or 4-10°C depending on supplier and product).

Nematode application rates

All equipment, regardless of application method, should be cleaned/flushed prior to nematode application, particularly if it has previously been used for a plant protection product that is harmful to nematodes. Application to the root zone