{"title":"Nematodes and Natural Predators","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural pest control is the method of using the natural predator of pests found in your greenhouse or garden to control the unwanted visitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis technique controls the pests without the use of harmful chemicals and is completely safe to children and animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe predators consist of beneficial nematodes and beneficial insects\/mites which feed on or \u003cspan\u003eparasitise the target pest. The predators are all naturally occurring and are simply added in larger numbers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREE DELIVERY ON ALL NATURAL PEST CONTROLS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aphid-control-with-lacewing-larvae-chrysopa-mc-system","title":"Aphid Control with Lacewing Larvae (Chrysopa MC System)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphids (Greenfly and Blackfly)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound on a wide range of plants, these insects suck the plant sap which weakens the plant and causes the foliage to discolour and deform. Aphids produce a sticky deposit (Honeydew) which turns black on plants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControl with Lacewing larve \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'andale mono', times;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eChrysopa carnea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough aphids are their favourite diet, lacewing larve will also feed on small insects such as thrips, red spider mite and mealy bugs. Can be used inside or outside. Introduce when aphids are first seen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe big winged and golden eyed Chrysopa carnea, better known as green lacewing, often occurs spontaneously in greenhouses and open fields. The adult green lacewing is not a predator but feeds on nectar, honeydew and pollen. However, the larvae are extremely greedy and very efficient in hot spots. One larva can eat up to 50 aphids per day. Chrysopa carnea is applicable in different vegetable, fruit and ornamental crops, especially with a high temperature variation and\/or changing relative humidity, as its activity hardly depends on temperature and does not depend on relative humidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse regular introductions between April and August for effective control. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 100m²","offer_id":32199503183931,"sku":"BC122","price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlAgainstAphidswithChrysopa.png?v=1648244988"},{"product_id":"caterpillar-control-with-steinernema-carpocapsae","title":"Caterpillar Control with Steinernema Carpocapsae","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable to order between: 15th April - 30th September\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarvae of certain butterflies and moth attack the foliage and stems of a wide range of plants. Cutworms will attack just below ground level. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaterpillars damage plants by chewing leaves and in some cases as far as to the leaf nerves. Young caterpillars only scrape the underside of the leave and keep the transparent upper epidermis intact. Larger caterpillars also damage flowers, fruits and young shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome species bore into stems and fruits, making them difficult to detect and to reach. Besides of feeding damage, their discharge, also called frass, fouls the plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl with \u003cspan\u003eSteinernema carpocapsae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese microscopic worms feed and multiply within the larvae. Apply as soon as the pest is seen by spraying directly onto the pest. Best applied in the evening or on a dull day. Treatment may be repeated if needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse regular treatments between May and September for effective control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription and life cycle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll moths and butterflies go through 4 stages: egg, larva, pupa and adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the species, the shape of each stage varies as well as the life cycle which may take anywhere from one month to a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eggs are a very small, round, oval or cylindrical shaped and some may be ribbed.  They are usually laid on the leaves in clusters of up to 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the eggs hatch, tiny caterpillars start immediately feeding and grow quickly to a 15-fold in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaterpillars molt several times while they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaterpillars are green to brown coloured. They have 3 pairs of true legs on the thorax and generally 4 pairs of false legs on the abdomen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs soon as a caterpillar is fully grown, it pupates. It undergoes a complete transformation, called metamorphosis, to emerge as a winged adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wings have clear markings which is useful in determining the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the most important species are:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAutographa gamma\u003c\/em\u003e (silver gamma moth), \u003cem\u003eCacoecimorpha pronubana\u003c\/em\u003e (carnation leafroller), \u003cem\u003eChrysodeixis chalcite\u003c\/em\u003es (tomato looper), \u003cem\u003eClepsis spectrana\u003c\/em\u003e (cabbage leafroller),\u003cem\u003eDuponchelia fovealis\u003c\/em\u003e (European pepper moth), \u003cem\u003eHelicoverpa armigera\u003c\/em\u003e (tomato fruitmoth),\u003cem\u003eLaconobia oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e (tomato moth), \u003cem\u003eMamestra brassicae\u003c\/em\u003e (cabbage moth), \u003cem\u003eSpodoptera exigua\u003c\/em\u003e (beet armyworm), \u003cem\u003eSpodoptera littoralis\u003c\/em\u003e (cotton leafworm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 50m²","offer_id":32199802060859,"sku":"BC127","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/caterpillars_resize.jpg?v=1595331418"},{"product_id":"chafer-grub-control-with-heterorhabditus","title":"Chafer Grub Control with Heterorhabditus","description":"\u003cp\u003eChafer beetle larvae are large, white grubs that feed on grass roots causing damage to lawns and other grassed areas. Grass growth slows and yellow patches appear.  Secondary damage may be caused by birds pulling up the lawn to feed on the grubs. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChafer beetles emerge from the lawn, lay their eggs, which hatch into grubs feeding on the grass roots before burrowing deep into the ground. They then lie dormant deep in the soil before moving to the surface in the spring to emerge as beetles again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWildlife such as foxes and badgers can also create a lot of damage as they dig up your lawn in search of grubs for food. Rooks, magpies, crows and woodpeckers feeding on your lawn are a good sign of a Chafer grub infestation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the life cycle is not broken re-infestation occurs and the problem gets progressively worse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl with parasitic nematodes (Heterorhabditis sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese microscopic transparent worms feed and multiply inside the larvae causing death. Supplied as an easy-to-mix powder to be diluted with water before use. Apply to moist compost\/ soil using a watering can or sprayer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAvailable to order between: 1st March - 1st October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\/\/split\/\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhen to use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have only just discovered Chafer Grubs in your lawn or had a severe infestation in the past, apply to moist lawns during April or May and in August to early October. This is when the young grub larvae are active.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication in spring may aid control but August to October is the recommended time to apply. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow to use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply to moist soil when the soil temperature is above 10ºC (50ºF) and ensure the soil does not dry out for at least two weeks after applying nematodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNematodes are capable of surviving the odd frost so don't worry if the temperature falls after you have applied the nematodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur nematodes come complete with instructions and can be applied using a watering can or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/birchmeier-aquanemix-1-25-v-nematode-applicator?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=faf8ee274\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Nematode applicator\"\u003enematode applicator\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMore information\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do Nematodes work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen nematodes are introduced, they actively search for white grubs that are present in the root zone. The nematodes penetrate the larvae through natural body openings or directly through the body wall. They then multiply inside the grub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the grub decomposes, the new generation of useful nematodes, looking for new victims, disperse.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eStoring Nematodes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn unopened pack may be stored in a fridge (5°C) for up to 3 weeks (see expiration date on pack).  Do not freeze.  Once opened, the entire pack contents should be used immediately\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 10m²","offer_id":32199932248123,"sku":"BC180","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 100m²","offer_id":32199932280891,"sku":"BC181","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 500m²","offer_id":32199932313659,"sku":"CGC500","price":99.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstChaferGrubs.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"clothes-food-moth-control-with-trichogramma","title":"Clothes\/Food Moth Control with Trichogramma","description":"\u003cp\u003eT-gramma (Trichogramma) are tiny, parasitic wasps (less than 0.5mm) that are natural antagonists of the clothes\/food moths. They feel most comfortable at temperatures above 20°C and are then most effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eT-gramma can be used all year round. Simply hang the cards in your room or wardrobe and do not open the cards. The side opening is sufficient for the wasps to leave the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e1 Card Treats 1 room, up to 25m²\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eEach card contains 2000 T-Gramma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eHow they work\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClothes and woollen carpets can be affected by larvae of clothes moth (Tineola bisselliella). Often the damage is only detected when it becomes visible or moths are seen flying around. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe eggs laid by the female moths are about 0.5 mm long, white and only hard to find in the fabric. The young larvae are about 1 mm in size and of yellowish white colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClothes moths prefer dark and quiet hiding places in dry and warm rooms. During their lifetime, the females lay up to 250 eggs on textiles, fur or feathers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe larvae feed on real wool, hair or feathers. From these materials the larva constructs its cocoon tube for pupation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClothes moths also infest carpets, fillings of old furniture, wall decoration, animal fur, trophies, etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe parasitic wasps have an excellent sense of smell and can localise the laid eggs by means of tiny parts of wing scales that the female moths lose when they lay eggs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrichogramma parasitic wasps are egg parasites, that is they look for the laid eggs of moths, lay their own eggs inside them and instead of a moth larva a new beneficial parasitic wasp hatches. This cycle repeats as long as there are moth eggs available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe parasitic wasps are only interested in the moth eggs. Once the moth eggs are gone they die and disappear inconspicuously in the house dust. They are neither dangerous to humans or pets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\/\/split\/\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTrichogramma evanescens – for control of Clothes Moth and Food Moth\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trichogramma have a range of 5 metres and should be placed away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlace in the room or wardrobe close to the infestation of Clothes Moths or Food Moths and do not open the cards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe side opening is sufficient for the wasps to leave the card. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 card per standard size room, use 2 for larger extended rooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce placed, leave the cards for 2-3 weeks. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eAfter 2-3 weeks, remove the cards and place either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/agralan-clothes-moth-trap-single?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c1e0f126f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Clothes moth\"\u003eclothes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/agralan-food-moth-trap-single-contains-3-traps?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=fb1670e9c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Food moth\"\u003efood\u003c\/a\u003e moth pheromone traps out for 7-10 days to catch any adult moths. This is also a good way to monitor the infestation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the pheromone traps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA second application of Trichogramma is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat the process until the problem is eradicated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will differ for each household as level of infestation will differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA serious infestation may require several treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is important to remove any pheromone traps prior to introducing the Trichogramma. Good hygiene will also help to minimise infestation.  Traps may be re-introduced 2-3 weeks after treatment for monitoring purposes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCards can be stored in the fridge if not putting out straight away for up to two weeks however, we recommend using as soon as received.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"1 Card","offer_id":32200046772283,"sku":"BC200","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Cards","offer_id":32200046805051,"sku":"BC201","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Cards","offer_id":32200046837819,"sku":"BC202","price":149.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 Cards","offer_id":32200046870587,"sku":"BC203","price":179.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstClothsandFoodMoth.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"leather-jacket-control-with-steinernema","title":"Leatherjacket Control with Steinernema Nematodes","description":"\u003cp\u003eLeatherjacket's feed on grass roots from September and through to the following summer. They are legless greyish brown larvae of the crane fly (daddy long legs). They pupate in the summer and adults emerge in August, sometimes in huge numbers, ready to lay eggs again. The larvae weaken the lawn which can then be pulled up by birds feeding on the larvae. Larvae may move from lawn areas to neighbouring flower beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl with Parasitic nematodes (Steinernema feltiae)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese microscopic transparent worms feeds and multiply inside the larvae causing death. Supplied as an easy-to-mix powder to be diluted with water before use. 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They feed on a wide range of plants causing severe damage on older plants and killing young plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlug nematodes are a pesticide-free alternative of keeping slugs under control by introducing parasitic nematodes \u003cem\u003e(Phasmarhabditis sp.)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe parasitic nematode, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhasmarhabditis sp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is used as a non-chemical means of control. These nematodes are harmless to plants, pets and the wider environment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough best applied to bare soil, they can be used on existing crops, ornamentals or containerised plants. Edible crops can be picked immediately after application, there is no harvest interval.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese UK native, microscopic worms feed and multiply inside the slug. The infected slugs tend to hide underground where they stop feeding and die. Supplied as an easy-to-mix powder to be diluted with water before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to apply just mix in water (as per instructions) and apply to moist compost\/soil using a watering can or sprayer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply between March and October. A second or third application may be advisable at 6-8 weeks intervals. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall Pack treats 40 sq.m (12 million)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLarge Pack treats 100 sq.m (30 million)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\/\/split\/\/\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl of Slugs with Nematodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe parasitic nematode, \u003cem\u003ePhasmarhabditis sp.\u003c\/em\u003e is used as a non-chemical means of control. These nematodes are harmless to plants, pets and the wider environment. Although best applied to bare soil, they can be used on existing crops, ornamentals or containerised plants. Edible crops can be picked immediately after application, there is no harvest interval.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow instructions as above but use the following dilution rates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to treat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny time from March to October when soil temperatures are above 5°C. Try to apply in the evening, or in dull, cloudy weather to avoid exposure to bright sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to treat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is vital to apply to moist soil\/compost as the nematodes are unable to move in dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the nematodes in clean water, stir, dilute if necessary and apply immediately using a watering can, sprayer (remove any filters, nozzle aperture must be at least 1mm) or hose-end feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee below for detailed instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/birchmeier-aquanemix-1-25-v-nematode-applicator?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a5c617964\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Nematode applicator hose end dilutor\"\u003ehose end diluto\u003c\/a\u003er, specially designed to apply nematodes accurately and simply for the control of slugs, vine weevil, chafers and leatherjackets, is available from Agralan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Water again and keep the soil moist for 14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small pack (12 mil) will treat an area of 40sq.m, the large pack (30 mil) will treat an area of 100sq. m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unopened pack may be stored in the salad drawer of a fridge (5°C) but must be used by the expiry date on pack.  Do not freeze.  Once opened, the entire pack contents should be used immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication with a watering can\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Quarter fill a clean bucket with cool\/tepid water.  Open the tray of nematodes and tip the entire contents into the water.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSmall (12 million) pack, to treat 40sq.m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStir to disperse the nematodes, add water to bring up to 4 litres. Transfer 1 litre of the stock solution to a can full of water and apply immediately to 10sq.m of soil.  The solution can be poured onto the soil via the spout, or the can fitted with a coarse rose. Repeat until the stock solution is used up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLarge (30 million) pack, to treat 100sq.m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStir to disperse the nematodes, add water to bring up to 5 litres. Transfer half a litre of the stock solution to a can full of water and apply to 10sq.m. The solution can be poured onto the soil via the spout, or the can fitted with a coarse rose. Repeat until the stock solution is used up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/birchmeier-aquanemix-1-25-v-nematode-applicator?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a5c617964\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Nematode applicator\"\u003eBirchmeier Nematode Applicator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hose end dilutor specially designed to apply nematodes.  A constant dilution rate of 50\/1 ensures accurate and easy application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSmall (12 million) pack to treat 40sq.m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the pack of nematodes with 400ml of cool water.  Add mixture to diluter bottle, screw on mixing unit and shake well.  Fit hosepipe, turn tap fully on and apply until the container is empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLarge (30 million) pack to treat 100sq.m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the pack of nematodes with 4 litre of cool water.  Stir and add 1 litre of nematode mixture to diluter bottle.  Screw on hose cap, shake well.  Fit hosepipe, turn tap fully on and apply until the container is empty.  Repeat until all mixture used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Some other brands of hose end dilutors can also be used, check manufacturer’s instructions first for suitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePest Free Gardening Ltd and the seller are not liable for personal injury or property damage or loss, including crop damage or lack of performance, due to circumstances beyond their control, like a product user’s failure to comply with the directions.  Buyer and user assume all risks for these events.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"40m2","offer_id":32233405644859,"sku":"NEMASLUG2.0\/40","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100m2","offer_id":32233405677627,"sku":"NEMASLUG2.0\/100","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstSlugs.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"spider-mite-control-with-aabs-system","title":"Spider Mite Control with AABS System (Spring Treatments)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpider mites are slow moving, normally light in colour with distinct dark spots on either side of their body. They feed on many soft or fleshy leaved plants, causing speckling and discolouration. At high densities they produce silk that can cover the plant. Mites will overwinter in conservatories, greenhouses or bamboo canes. If damage occurred last year, introduce the predators early. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiny red coloured spider mites are plant-feeding mites and feared pests on several crops all over the world. In dry, warm weather a spider mite population can grow very rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common species are two spotted spider mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus urticae\u003c\/em\u003e) and the carmine spider mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus cinnabarinus\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse as a preventative or where damage has occurred previously. Amblyseius is a predatory mite that will feed on Red Spider Mite. Very simple to use - just hang the sachets in the plants. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse between April and May for effective control. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpider Mite (ABS Systems 5 Sachets) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eAvailable to order between:  April -  June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription and life cycle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe female deposits round eggs of about 0.14 mm on the underside of the leaf. Out of the egg a colourless larva with 6 legs hatches and immediately starts feeding. Subsequently, the larva develops into a protonymph, a deutonymph and an adult stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nymphs are light to dark green and have 2 clearly developed body spots. The colour of the adults can vary from yellow-brown to red-brown, depending of the crop on which they occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth males and females have 2 large dark body spots. The development stages are separated by a resting stage, during which the mite settles immobile on the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the mite has become adult, it takes another 0.5 to 3 days before the female starts laying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total development time takes 7 days at 30°C (86°F), 17 days at 20°C (68°F) and 36 days at 15°C (59°F). The female lays her eggs dor 10 days (at 35°C or 95°F) and up to 40 days (at 15°C or 59°F). At 20°C (68°F) she lays about 40 eggs in total, but under optimal circumstances this can mount up to 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEspecially during dry and warm weather spider mites can reproduce very rapidly. In autumn, when temperature and photoperiod drop, fertilised females enter diapauses. Such females turn orange-red. They hide in all kinds of cracks in the greenhouse, to appear again early in the following season when circumstances improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 25m²","offer_id":32233477865531,"sku":"BC160","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 75m²","offer_id":32233477898299,"sku":"BC161","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstRedSpiderMite.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"spider-mite-control-with-phytoseiulus","title":"Spider Mite Control with Phytoseiulus (Summer Treatments)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpider mites are slow moving, normally light in colour with distinct dark spots on either side of their body. They feed on many soft or fleshy leaved plants, causing speckling and discolouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt high densities they produce silk that can cover the plant. Mites will overwinter in conservatories, greenhouses or bamboo canes. If damage occurred last year, introduce the predators early. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tiny red coloured spider mites are plant-feeding mites and feared pests on several crops all over the world. In dry, warm weather a spider mite population can grow very rapidly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common species are two spotted spider mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus urticae\u003c\/em\u003e) and the carmine spider mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus cinnabarinus\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpider Mite control with Phytoseiulus \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere RSM is already established, use Phytoseiulus, a fast-moving predatory mite. Temperature needs to be consistently over \u003cspan\u003e20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e°C\u003c\/span\u003e. Repeat applications every 2-3 weeks in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular introductions between June and August for effective control.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable to order between: 1st May - 1st October\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription and life cycle\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe female deposits round eggs of about 0.14 mm on the underside of the leaf. Out of the egg a colourless larva with 6 legs hatches and immediately starts feeding. Subsequently, the larva develops into a protonymph, a deutonymph and an adult stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nymphs are light to dark green and have 2 clearly developed body spots. The colour of the adults can vary from yellow-brown to red-brown, depending of the crop on which they occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth males and females have 2 large dark body spots. The development stages are separated by a resting stage, during which the mite settles immobile on the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the mite has become adult, it takes another 0.5 to 3 days before the female starts laying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total development time takes 7 days at 30°C (86°F), 17 days at 20°C (68°F) and 36 days at 15°C (59°F). The female lays her eggs for 10 days (at 35°C or 95°F) and up to 40 days (at 15°C or 59°F). At 20°C (68°F) she lays about 40 eggs in total, but under optimal circumstances this can mount up to 100.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEspecially during dry and warm weather spider mites can reproduce very rapidly. In autumn, when temperature and photoperiod drop, fertilised females enter diapauses. Such females turn orange-red. They hide in all kinds of cracks in the greenhouse, to appear again early in the following season when circumstances improve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 100m²","offer_id":32233516400699,"sku":"BC162","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstRedSpiderMite_e79862f0-506b-4961-b00a-ff30775ab620.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"thrip-control-with-abs-system","title":"Thrip Control with ABS System","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed spider mite and thrips are frequently occurring pests in vegetables and ornamental plants.  With use of a predatory mite, \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e, they can be controlled biologically and efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed spider mite (or two-spotted mite) is a tiny yellow or brown mite that can be easily distinguished with the aid of a hand lens by two dark spots on the sides of the body. In hot, dry, weather conditions the pest will multiply and spread very rapidly.  The immature stages, as well as the adults, feed on plant sap on the underside of the leaves, stunting the growth of the plant.  In case of severe damage, the whole leaf surface can be bleached or shrivelled. A fine, silky webbing may also be present on the top and underside of the infested leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe predatory mite, \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e, actively seeks out prey, feeding on the red spider mites, thrips (and other mites) by piercing and sucking them empty. They can also eat pollen in the absence of prey.  The ideal temperature for predatory mites is between 15 and 25\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003eC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e Application\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyseius \u003c\/em\u003emites are delivered in Breeder Sachets.  The sachets contain bran and bran mites, which in turn serve as a food source for the \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e. Each sachet can produce thousands of \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius\u003c\/em\u003e over a period of several weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The sachets should be introduced as soon as possible after receipt and simply need hanging in the plants \u003cstrong\u003ewithout opening them\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgralan Ltd and the seller are not liable for personal injury or property damage or loss, including crop damage or lack of performance, due to circumstances beyond their control, like a product user’s failure to comply with the directions.  Buyer and user assume all risks for these events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 25m²","offer_id":32233560703035,"sku":"BC166","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 75m²","offer_id":32233560735803,"sku":"BC167","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstThrips.png?v=1648244988"},{"product_id":"vine-weevil-control-with-b-green","title":"Vine Weevil Control - Spring\/Summer Control","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine Weevil Larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeds underground on roots and stem-bases from mid\/late summer through winter, severely weakening or killing plants. Mainly a problem in container plants, but can cause serious damage to strawberries and some plants in borders. Larvae are 'C' shaped, cream coloured with a brown head. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl with parasitic nematodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeterorhabditis sp.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese microscopic worms feed and multiply inside the vine weevil larvae causing death. Supplied as an easy-to-mix powder to be diluted with water before use. Whilst an autumn treatment is the most effective, a follow up treatment can be applied in the spring. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse H.bacteriophora April, May, August and September or the low temperature species \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/collections\/natural-pest-control\/products\/vine-weevil-control-with-kraussei\" title=\"Vine Weevil S.Kraussei\"\u003eS.Kraussei\u003c\/a\u003e October and March. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable to order between: 1st March - 31st October\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 10m² Soil Temperature over 12°","offer_id":32233653403707,"sku":"BC131","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 100m² Soil Temperature over 12°","offer_id":32233653436475,"sku":"BC132","price":32.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstVineWeevil_705f83f6-5abe-4463-9f79-869d21caca2c.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"vine-weevil-control-with-kraussei","title":"Vine Weevil Control - Autumn\/Spring Control","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVine Weevil Larvae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeds underground on roots and stem-bases from mid\/late summer through winter, severely weakening or killing plants. Mainly a problem in container plants, but can cause serious damage to strawberries and some plants in borders. Larvae are 'C' shaped, cream coloured with a brown head. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl with parasitic nematodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eKraussei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese microscopic worms feed and multiply inside the vine weevil larvae causing death. Supplied as an easy-to-mix powder to be diluted with water before use. Whilst an autumn treatment is the most effective, a follow up treatment can be applied in the spring. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse H.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/collections\/natural-pest-control\/products\/vine-weevil-control-with-kraussei\" title=\"Vine Weevil Autumn Spring Control\"\u003ebacteriophora \u003c\/a\u003eApril, May, August and September or the low temperature species S.Kraussei October and March. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agralan","offers":[{"title":"Treats up to 10m² Low Soil Temperature 5°-12°","offer_id":32233723527227,"sku":"BC133","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Treats up to 100m² Low Soil Temperature 5°-12°","offer_id":32233723559995,"sku":"BR134","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0306\/6360\/6331\/products\/NaturalPestControlagainstVineWeevil.png?v=1648244987"},{"product_id":"whitefly-control-with-encarsia","title":"Whitefly Control with Encarsia ( Use above 16 Degrees)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhitefly Control with Encarsia Tiny parasitic wasps which lay eggs in the whitefly scale.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlasshouse Whitefly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall, white, flies lay their eggs on the undersides of leaves. These hatch and the larval stages (scales) feed on the plant and prodce copious amounts of honeydew. Indoor plants are most vulnerable e.g tomatoes, cucumbers and fuchsias. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl With Encarsia Wasp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiny parasitic wasps which lay eggs in the whitefly scale. The Encarsia larva kills the scale which turns black before a new adult Encarsia emerges. Supplied on cards that are simply hung in the plants. Repeat applications are advisable if the problem is severe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse regular introductions between April and August for effective control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere pest numbers are high, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pestfreegardening.co.uk\/products\/whitefly-killer?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=f1cbd5be5\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Whitefly Killer\"\u003eAgralan Whitefly killer\u003c\/a\u003e should be used to reduce the numbers of adult white flies. 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