The secret to long-lasting summer blooms starts below ground

Summer borders and containers are bursting into life, with dahlias, cosmos, zinnias and other seasonal favourites providing months of colour. However, while warm weather encourages flowers to flourish, it can also create ideal conditions for pests that can weaken plants and reduce their performance.

According to the experts at Nemasys, keeping flowers healthy throughout the season starts below the surface.

Many flowering plants rely on strong, healthy root systems to support continuous blooms. But when roots are damaged by pests in the soil, gardeners may notice poor growth, wilting and fewer flowers.

While designed to protect edible crops, Nemasys Fruit & Veg Protection is equally suitable for ornamental plants and flowers, making it a versatile solution for gardeners looking to keep beds, borders and containers thriving throughout the summer.

Using naturally occurring beneficial nematodes, Nemasys Fruit & Veg Protection controls a wide range of pests, including sciarid fly, caterpillars, and thrips. Applied simply with a watering can, the microscopic nematodes seek out and control larvae beneath the soil, helping plants develop healthy roots and maintain strong, vigorous growth.

As a natural, chemical-free solution that is safe for use around children, pets and pollinators, it offers gardeners an easy way to support healthy plants and long-lasting displays.

To help flowers continue performing throughout the summer, the experts at Nemasys recommend:

·       Water consistently, particularly during hot, dry spells.

·       Deadhead regularly to encourage repeat flowering.

·       Feed flowering plants according to their needs.

·       Remove damaged foliage promptly.

·       Protect from pests with biological controls.

With the right care and protection, gardeners can enjoy colourful, healthy blooms well into late summer and beyond.

For more information about Nemasys Fruit & Veg Protection, visit: www.nemasysinfo.co.uk

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Editors notes

Nematodes are naturally occurring microscopic worms, already present in our soil. Beneficial nematodes attack and kill targeted garden pests. They are compatible with organic farming, easy to use and can even be kept in your fridge!

Research scientists have isolated the nematodes that kill specific garden pests including Slugs, Vine weevils, Leatherjackets, Caterpillars, Codling moth and much more.

BASF’s state of the art production facility in the UK produces billions of nematodes in a form that is easily applied by gardeners. Over 20,000 different species of nematodes have been classified, although some estimates put the total figure closer to one million! BASF has the largest specialist nematode production facility in the world, growing trillions of beneficial nematodes for use in their Nemasys range of pest control products.

BASF experts are available for interviews, features and expert comment on biological pest control management, and product is available for reviews, competitions and product trials.