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Nematodes in the Garden - Oceansfree.com

Use Nematodes for Biological Control

October 9, 2012

Image and video hosting by TinyPic Lawns, in general need a certain amount of attention to flourish and grow into lush green areas of your house. However, it is quite unfortunate that most people are not aware of the nitty-gritty’s associated with gardening and maintenance of lawns. The result is that you land with lawns that are uncared for and full of dying grass. Simply watering the lawn isn’t enough. You need to treat it with fertilizers and other types of organic pesticides to maintain it and keep it free of parasites.

 

People that do not follow these guidelines often land up with different kind of infestations in their lawns, which eat up the plants. One of the most common kinds of infestation is grub infestation. These are tiny white ‘C’ shaped larvae of beetles like the June beetle and Japanese beetle. They feed on the roots of grass, leading to destruction of the grass and plants. So, what can be done to deal with these annoying little parasites? You need to treat them with nematodes. Before we get to the point where you’ll be asking where can I buy nematodes , let’s see what these creatures exactly are and how they help kill grubs.

What are Nematodes?



Nematodes are small and slender worms that could be microscopic or could be large and a few centimeters long. They are said to be one of the most diverse and abundantly occurring life forms on the planet, as they are found in the sea, in freshwater, on the soil, the floor of the ocean and even in the crust of the earth! However, the nematodes that are of interest to people looking to get rid of grubs in their gardens are beneficial nematodes that are non-parasitic towards plants. These are microscopic worms that are commercially available to treat grubs. They act by invading the grub’s digestive system and then weaken these creatures from the inside, as they act as parasites for them. They weaken and kill grubs.

Where can I Buy Live Nematodes Cheap?



Image and video hosting by TinyPic The packets that contain nematodes usually contain about fifty million live samples of them. While some people try to breed them on their own, this is tricky and could leave you with doubtful results. Your best bet to buy these little worms cheap is to buy them from a local horticulturalist or a local organic pest control farm.

 

These people usually breed them as a hobby and are sure to offer you a good price for their collection of nematodes. Buying these live nematodes from a reputed organic pest control firm may prove to be slightly more expensive; hence, your local avid horticulturalist may just prove to be your best bet when trying to get them cheap.

So, now you know where you can get live nematodes for a relatively cheaper price. However, when opting for a cheaper packet of nematodes, be sure to not compromise on the quality of the nematodes because if the results aren’t good, your lawn may not really benefit from your investment. So, be sure to strike the right balance between the quality and price of nematodes that you buy for best results!

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