Nicole from Decatur, Ga writes
I want to apply these to my lawn. Do I wet them first and then just "sprinkle" them in my wet lawn?
Orcon Beneficial Nematodes may be released by spraying with water, mixing with mulch and applying directly to the soil or potting mix, or injecting into burrows. They may be used any time of year, as long as the ground is not frozen. Do not release in direct sunlight, as this will kill them. There are 3 ways to apply the Beneficial Nematodes (BN). Find your pest on the Product Label and then use the recommended treatment number. #1 TOP DRESSING: Mix the entire contents of the container with a gallon of cold water. Stir well and let stand for ½ hour. Stir again and add 5 to 6 quarts of vermiculite or peat moss or sandy humus. Apply directly to affected areas. For new plants or transplants, apply around roots. Apply after sundown because sunlight will kill the BN. Water thoroughly after application because BN travel best in moisture. #2 SPRAYING: Mix the entire contents of the container with ½ to 1 gallon cold water, stir well and let stand for ½ hour. Water the area to be treated before application. Use a watering can, hose sprayer, or pump sprayer. Always use the coarsest or highest rate setting to reduce damage to the BN. Stir the mixture again and pour into the sprayer, filtering out the carrier as you go (Use a kitchen strainer or a piece of window screen.) Add the left over carrier to your soil. Always agitate the water while spraying and before pouring because the BN sink to the bottom. Apply after sundown because sunlight will kill the BN. Water thoroughly after application because BN travel best in moisture. #3 INJECTION: Mix the entire contents of the container with ½ gallon cold water. Stir well and let stand for ½ hour. Strain out the carrier (use a kitchen strainer or a piece of window screen), use the carrier in the soil, and let stand for another ½ hour. This allows most of the BN to sink to the bottom. Pour away the top water, saving the last pint. Use an eye dropper or squeeze bottle to inject about a tablespoon of liquid into the burrow. Seal the hole if possible.
Answer last updated on: 06/24/2016
