Give your garden a fresh start this spring with Nemaslug 2.0
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As spring approaches, gardeners are reminded of last years challenges, particularly the surge in slug populations due to 2024’s wet and mild conditions, these pests caused widespread plant damage, leaving many seeking effective solutions.
Nemasys, the UK’s sole nematode manufacturer, urges gardeners to take early action by applying Nemaslug 2.0. This proactive step can safeguard cherished plants and ensure a thriving garden in the months ahead.
What is Nemaslug 2.0?
Nemaslug 2.0 contains from 12 to 250 million naturally occurring, microscopic, colourless worms (depending on pack size and size of treatment area) These nematodes, specifically Phasmarhabditis californica, actively seek out and eliminate garden slugs, protecting crops and ornamental plants.
Widely used by professional gardeners and growers, beneficial nematodes offer a proven and effective solution for controlling common garden pests. They infiltrate slugs, releasing a lethal bacterium that ultimately leads to their demise. Inside the dead slug, the nematodes multiply, producing a new generation that continues the cycle. Once slug populations decrease, nematode numbers naturally return to normal soil levels.
Why apply Nemaslug in spring
Springtime sees an abundance of juvenile slugs, which are particularly voracious. If left unchecked, they can cause significant damage before plants establish themselves. Applying Nemaslug in early spring can substantially reduce these pests before they mature, offering up to six weeks of protection per treatment. Regular applications from March to September will help maintain control over slug populations, allowing plants to flourish.
How to apply Nemaslug 2.0
Applying nematodes is straightforward and as simple as watering the garden.
- Mix: Combine the Nemaslug contents with water, following the packet's instructions.
- Apply: Distribute the mixture over affected areas using a watering can or sprayer.
For optimal results:
- Timing: Apply in the early morning or late afternoon to prevent UV damage to the nematodes.
- Moisture: Keep the soil moist for at least two weeks post-application to encourage nematode movement.
- Reapplication: Reapply every four to six weeks throughout the growing season to maintain long-term protection.
A proactive spring application of Nemaslug can set the stage for a healthier, more resilient garden, keeping slugs at bay before they become a major problem.
Nemasys, the UK’s only beneficial nematode producer, provides gardeners with a professional pest control solution that they can easily use at home. To explore Nemasys’ wide range of beneficial nematodes, visit the website at https://www.nemasysinfo.co.uk/en/Products/Overview/
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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.
