Collection: Instructions for use to manage the sciarid fly (up to 25 plants)

Click here for the general instructions of use

 

How do nematodes work?

Nematodes are the natural enemy of many insect pests and occur naturally in the soil where they look for their larvae and pupae. They then invade their host larvae or pupae and release bacteria from their intestinal tract which multiply, causing the host to become less active and eventually die within 2-3 days. Nematodes are safe for humans, animals and plants.

Nematodes cannot kill adult pest insects. 

Instructions for optimum results:

Leaf application

(For soil application see below)

To treat thrips, codling moths, oak processionary caterpillars, and caterpillars of the box wood moth, apply directly to leaves. 

Use a plant spray or spray bottle where the pressure does not exceed 5 bar and with pouring holes of at least 0.5 mm in size.

(Our specially designed Nema-T-Pot is available at www.nematodesonline.co.uk)

1. Mix the entire contents of one bag of nematodes with 1 litre of water and stir until the product is completely dissolved.
   
   
2. Spray this solution directly on the plants with a plant sprayer, covering any visible pests as much as possible and including the undersides of the leaves.

For best results use as soon as possible after receipt. Unopened packs may be refrigerated at 4-8 degrees Celsius for up to two weeks.

Enjoy your green and vibrant houseplants and garden!

 

Soil application

To treat black vine weevil, chafer grubs, leatherjackets, sciarid flies and ants, apply product directly to the soil. 

Instruction on 10 million nematodes for a one-time application (more than 25 plants or max. 20 m2)

1. Mix the entire contents of the bag of nematodes with 1 litre of water and stir the contents until the product is completely dissolved to produce a concentrate.

2. Incorporate this 1 litre of concentrate into your normal watering regime.
   
   
3. A second application can be done after around 10 days.

Instruction on 10 million nematodes for basic + repeat application (less than 25 plants or up to 10 m2)

One bag of nematodes is suitable for two applications.

1. Mix half a bag of nematodes with 1 litre of water to make a concentrate. Stir the contents until the product is completely dissolved. Incorporate this concentrate into your normal watering regime.
   
   
2. The unused contents can be kept in a sealed container and refrigerated at 4-8 degrees Celsius.
   
   
3. Repeat this treatment after a week with the remaining product.