Long Life Fungus Gnat Nematodes for houseplants, pots and containers
Fungus gnats can become a problem where compost stays damp, especially around seedlings, houseplants and greenhouse crops. These long life nematodes are designed for use around plant stems on the soil surface, helping you treat the area where larvae develop. They contain 10 million nematodes and are a mix of Steinernema feltiae and Steinernema carpocapsae.
Each pearl contains thousands of beneficial nematodes held inside a hydrogel capsule. After watering, the pearls gradually break down and release the nematodes into the soil, providing a simple way to apply biological control without preparing a liquid mix.
Apply approximately 0.5 teaspoon, around 5g, per plant to the soil surface around the stems. Water thoroughly after application. Keep the soil moist for 3 to 4 weeks and do not allow it to dry out during this period.
Why are they called “long life”?
The name refers to the extended shelf life of the product. Standard nematodes must be used soon after purchase, while long life nematodes can be stored and used flexibly any time before the expiry date. You do not have to use them all at once. This makes them ideal if you want to buy ahead of time or apply in stages. Once applied, they work in the same way as standard nematodes. Reapply every few weeks or as needed, especially in warm, humid indoor environments where gnats tend to thrive.
These fungus gnat nematodes can be used indoors and outdoors, making them suitable for houseplants, conservatories, greenhouses, patio pots, planters and other planted containers where fungus gnats breed in damp compost.
