B-Green Controls soil-dwelling grubs.
What is Heterorhabditis bacteriophora?
- Microscopically small worms of the species Heterorhabditis bacteriophora
- Contains an insect-killing symbiotic bacterium
- Effective in a temperature range between 12°C and 30°C
What are the benefits of Heterorhabditis bacteriophora?
- Fast and effective control of grubs (larvae of beetles mentioned above)
- Long-term protection against soil-dwelling pests
- No side effects on beneficials Safe for people and environment
Which pests does Heterorhabditis bacteriophora control?
- Larvae of the garden chafer (Phyllopertha horticola)
- Larvae of the Welsh chafer (Hoplia philanthus)
- Larvae of the May beetle (Melolontha melolontha)
- Larvae of the June beetle (Amphimallon solstitiale)
How does it control pests?
Infectious juvenile nematodes penetrate the host through natural orifices Once in the body cavity, the symbiotic bacteria are released The symbionts kill the host within 24 to 48 hours The nematodes multiply in the cadaver New infectious nematodes leave the cadaver in search of other pest insects
In which crops is Heterorhabditis bacteriophora effective?
- Golf courses
- Turf
- Lawn
B-Green is delivered as a powder formulation and is available in the following units: 50 million (treats 100m2) nematodes 500 million (treats 1,000m2) nematodes
GUIDE LEAD TIME: 2-5 DAYS
