Scientific name(s)
Heterohabditis bacteriophoraIndoor life expectancy
variable, up to 6 to 12 monthsApplication
One packet contains millions of nematodes in a powder formulation. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, but always check the expiration date. Once you open the packet, you must use the entire contents. 1. Lightly water your plants. 2. Allow nematodes to come to room temperature and mix into your watering can. Use room temperature water, as very cold water can slow down the nematodes and‬ hot water will kill them. You can mix the nematodes with water in any ratio in your can.‬ Try to only use as much water as necessary to disperse on each plant. You will want‬ about enough water to put a couple tablespoons of the nematode water in each plant‬ roughly covering the surface of the soil in the pot. 3. Water the top of all your plants to cover the entire surface, then let it sit for a few minutes‬ before watering with plain water lightly once more. This helps disperse the nematodes‬ throughout the soil. 4. Mist or water the plants lightly for three days in a row to keep the soil slightly damp to‬ keep nematodes alive. Don’t try to fully drain the soil, as this can also wash away the‬ nematodes.‬Tip
Do not keep the nematodes submerged in the watering can for more than 30 minutes; they are‬ not aquatic organisms — water is just the best way to distribute them as they require at least a bit of moisture‬ in order to crawl around the pot and take action. They cannot crawl into dry sections of the pot which is why‬ you want to pre-water your plants.‬
SKU
NEMHBXC
Category
Beneficial insects
Nematodes Hb - Bags
$35.00 – $69.00Price range: $35.00 through $69.00
Nematodes Hb are live, microscopic worms that come in a bag mixed with a powder substance. They are parasitic predators for the grub life stage of various beetles, including Japanese beetles, and can also be used to treat ticks. They can be used for both active infestations or preventatively. Best used outdoors rather than on houseplants.
-Bag of 50 million treats up to 70 plants in 6 inch pots.
-Bag of 250 million treats up to 250 plants.








