Nematode Sources
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Nematode Sources
'Lo all; and, Happy Summer!
2 Questions:
Can anyone provide me with
1) a proven and reliable source for beneficial nematodes? (url, link, etc.)
2) the species (or strain?) of nematodes I need to control Wireworms?
I've asked around locally but, am now under the impression nematodes are not the kinds of organisms conducive to simply "sitting on a store shelf" while awaiting customer purchase and use, etc.
Struggling (actually, all-out battling) since last Fall to re-establish grass in at least two widely separated areas of my lawn and past the point of pulling my hair out (I mean I have tried EVERYTHING!), I have somewhat (practically accidentally) come across an unsuspected pest (first, while hand cultivating in one area and then, upon sub-surface investigation in the second area): WIREWORMS!
So, beginning my search for a viable solution, I am seeing indications of "this nematode for fleas", "this nematode for termites", etc. and so I recognize I am in over my depth and need to expand / deepen my research . . .
Is there a chart or reference anywhere that illustrates which type of nematodes are "right" for which pests / problems? (Such a reference would I imagine be valuable!)
2 Questions:
Can anyone provide me with
1) a proven and reliable source for beneficial nematodes? (url, link, etc.)
2) the species (or strain?) of nematodes I need to control Wireworms?
I've asked around locally but, am now under the impression nematodes are not the kinds of organisms conducive to simply "sitting on a store shelf" while awaiting customer purchase and use, etc.
Struggling (actually, all-out battling) since last Fall to re-establish grass in at least two widely separated areas of my lawn and past the point of pulling my hair out (I mean I have tried EVERYTHING!), I have somewhat (practically accidentally) come across an unsuspected pest (first, while hand cultivating in one area and then, upon sub-surface investigation in the second area): WIREWORMS!
So, beginning my search for a viable solution, I am seeing indications of "this nematode for fleas", "this nematode for termites", etc. and so I recognize I am in over my depth and need to expand / deepen my research . . .
Is there a chart or reference anywhere that illustrates which type of nematodes are "right" for which pests / problems? (Such a reference would I imagine be valuable!)
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Re: Nematode Sources
Arbico Organics seems reputable, though I haven't ordered nematodes yet.
This product:
http://www.arbico-organics.com/product/ ... arpocapsae
Lists wireworms as on of the pests it is effective against.
I've talked to then on the phone before and they we very knowledgeable and helpful.
This product:
http://www.arbico-organics.com/product/ ... arpocapsae
Lists wireworms as on of the pests it is effective against.
I've talked to then on the phone before and they we very knowledgeable and helpful.
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Re: Nematode Sources
Howdy, Ogden; and, Thank You!
After posting this am (and before coming back this morning) I found a product combination grown and shipped by Hydro-Gardens: 'Guardian' combined with 'Lawn Patrol' and, just as the Arbico website points out: "nematodes are NOT just nematodes are NOT just nematodes!"
The Guardian strain is immediate (12-24 hrs) on pests in the top 3" of the soil but, must enter through any opening in the insect (I.e., mouth, anus, existingbwound, etc) while the Lawn Patrol is 48-72 hrs in the 3"-6" depth range AND has the ability to enter through the insects flesh, (no need for any existing orifice).
Turns outbHydro-Gardens propagate their own nematodes on host insects inside their laboratories and they can guarantee what they send are alive, aggressive AND effective!
Anyhoo, I can't thank you enough as now I have TWO sources (Hydro-Garden supplies nurseries but, they also sell direct to DIY'ers like us.
Really appreciate the assist (and definitely looking forward to putting these wireworms behind me)!
After posting this am (and before coming back this morning) I found a product combination grown and shipped by Hydro-Gardens: 'Guardian' combined with 'Lawn Patrol' and, just as the Arbico website points out: "nematodes are NOT just nematodes are NOT just nematodes!"
The Guardian strain is immediate (12-24 hrs) on pests in the top 3" of the soil but, must enter through any opening in the insect (I.e., mouth, anus, existingbwound, etc) while the Lawn Patrol is 48-72 hrs in the 3"-6" depth range AND has the ability to enter through the insects flesh, (no need for any existing orifice).
Turns outbHydro-Gardens propagate their own nematodes on host insects inside their laboratories and they can guarantee what they send are alive, aggressive AND effective!
Anyhoo, I can't thank you enough as now I have TWO sources (Hydro-Garden supplies nurseries but, they also sell direct to DIY'ers like us.
Really appreciate the assist (and definitely looking forward to putting these wireworms behind me)!
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Re: Nematode Sources
That's great. I hadn't seen hydro garden before so I'll check them out. My one reservation on Arbico is that their applications jump from 3200sf to 1 acre and my yard is in the middle of that. Maybe HG has something more in line with the size of my yard.
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Re: Nematode Sources
I can buy Guardian type locally at a nursery. They keep them refrigerated but only for 2 weeks.
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