Beneficial nematodes are helpful organisms targeting soil-dwelling insect pests like grubs, weevils, fleas, and larvae. They are microscopic, soil dwelling and serve as a natural pest control. This friendly alternative is environmentally safe are microscopic worm like organisms that occur naturally in soil.

To help control unwanted insects, beneficial nematodes are sprayed in the Spring and Fall when the soil temperatures range between 55 degrees F and 85 degrees F. Once applied to soil, they seek out insect hosts, entering through body openings or directly penetrating the exoskeleton. Once they are inside, they release symbiotic bacteria that kill the pest within 24-48 hours.

There are many benefits to using beneficial nematodes:

• Environmentally friendly

• Safe for people and animals

• Effective pest control

• Sustainability naturally keeping pest populations down

• Safe for beneficial insects

• Easy to apply

• No resistance

• Cost effective

With beneficial nematodes I know they are safe around us, our dogs, horses and wildlife.  It is important to us to be environmentally friendly and use organic products on our property.  I spray our whole property.

Where to buy?  I buy ours online from Arbico Organics but there are many other online stores. You can also pick up at a garden supply store near you. If preferred fruit m Arbico, the beneficial nematodes must be kept in the refrigerator once received and applied within two weeks of receiving.   There are a variety of beneficial nematodes and this site does a good job listing what insects they each attack.  We apply their Triple Threat product

Happy organic gardening, pest free!