Yes! There are both kinds of nematodes. We are working to build the good ones as part of a range of beneficial soil micro-organisms. Great question. - J&B'S
I used leaves I got from the country as mulch on one section of my garden and on another free mulch from the city. The city mulch area is full of root knot nematodes and everything looks diseased. With the leaf mulch everything is beautiful and lush.
@@JohnandBobs... I just heard a region in Georgia has bad nematodes that have been found living in the human brain. Mice, rats contract a bacteria than passes it to snails to our lettuce, vegetable garden beds. I heard adding oyster chicken grits kills nematodes. Also I noticed adding my rabbit poop is making the earth worms active. Feeding them I see worm casting everywhere my garden bed. I know adding Epsom salt kills snails and slugs but it might harm the earth worms? Thx.
Can they hurt bees ? I’ve heard mixed info on this & especially important since I have hives next door but want to get rid of a flea problem in the lawn naturally. Thanks
Yes, as explained in the video the best way to vanquish destructive nematodes is with lively soil and the good nematodes lively soil contains. Good nematodes are substantially stronger and dominant over bad nematodes. Re-watch the video to understand the process more fully. Thanks for your comment :)
Good nematodes can be purchased online at Arbico. The pink Seminole Hibiscus are growing outside their zone range in this location. Lively soil with lots of antifreeze (complex soil microbiology) is required to do that successfully through all seasons (particularly through winter). Thanks for your comment :)
You can use our Penetrate Liquid Biotiller with our "Blend" to make your own good nematodes that I'm holding or you can use our Penetrate and Blend to create a good soil environment allowing the Good Nematodes I'm holding to be effective in preparation for the purchase of the Good Nematodes from Arbico Organics online(we don't sell them). Blend and Penetrate are both available on our site www.johnandbobs.com
Hi there! Our entire soil based gardening system is about building complex beneficial soil life, which includes beneficial nematodes. Almost every time we talk about our products we are discussing how to produce soil with abundant beneficial nematodes, although we don't always name the nematodes as our end goal. We frequently talk about lively soil or complex beneficial soil life - both of those mean soil with lots of beneficial nematodes, protozoa, fungi and bacteria. Thanks for your interest, happy gardening! - J&B's
We start by using our granular "Blend" topically applied at 20-30lbs per 1,000sqft to your entire vegetable garden in order to create soil full of beneficial complex soil life, which will include good nematodes which are way stronger and dominant over the destructive ones (they'll eat them). Then we spray over the top of Blend with our Penetrate Liquid Biotiller at 8oz per 1,000sqft. One to two weeks later apply Beneficial Nematodes from Arbico Organics online. This combination usually solves the bad nematode problem. Keep me updated, if problems persist I'll have further suggestions.
Yes! Nematodes are exactly the thing to naturally eliminate Japanese Beetle larvae. Healthy soil filled with organic life can potentially stop you from having to deal with any adult beetles if eradicated before they mature.
@@JohnandBobs my compost pile when almost done gets alot of these larvae so i plan to add to my compost towards the end. good ,bad ,indifferent? i tend to pick out ones i can see but i dont want to hurt my abundant worm population.
@@bseant420 you can add good nematodes to your compost as soon as possible, we recommend applying them in the evening because they can't be exposed to direct sunlight. Search "Milky Spores for Japanese Beetle Larvae" for an additional organic solution for the beetle larvae, too :)
No, beneficial nematodes don't eradicate fire ants. I like to use the organic beneficial bacteria called Spinosad. Arbico Organics has a Spinosad based product called Fertilome Come & Get It Fire Ant Killer that works well.
I have grubs in my otherwise healthy garden. I am told that in sedona arizona we do not have japanese beetles we have june bugs. Which of your products will elimate those grubs? Also, a friend of mine with a beautiful garden gave me some plants, and then told me she does have some issues with bad nemetodes, so I did not put her plants in my garden. what would I use to kill those bad nematodes before planting? thanks so much
There are quite a few organic solutions for grubs. First on my list is to build life into your soil by using our products or similar products to infuse your soil with beneficial soil life, which is a long term solution. For immediate relief bolster that with application of beneficial nematodes available online from Arbico Organics. Also, the beneficial bacteria called Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) is very effective for grubs and next inline in terms of my preference. Many of our customers also use Milky Spore for grubs which works pretty well. Our products and beneficial nematodes are also a great solution for bad nematodes. Good nematodes are way stronger than the destructive ones and they will eradicate them.
Great timing one of my fig tree died from nematodes and I need to treat some areas. What products would you recommend to use to get rid of the bad nematodes or greatly reduce the bad nematodes population?
Hi, Looks like 2mo has past. I am using Maximize ( for my entire lawn ). No more of the commercial companies having control. I will do it myself. Build healthy plants ( grass in my case ). Many videos by John & Bob's. I pretty sure there will be one for your interests. Good Luck, Be well & have fun too!
Actually, quite the opposite! Earthworms are a higher life form than soil microbes like beneficial nematodes (similar to the relationship between plankton and larger fish in the ocean). Earthworms feed on and proliferate because of healthy populations of soil microbes such as beneficial nematodes.
Would beneficial nematodes work to rid an above ground (4'x8') planter of ants? Would I have to spray the ground around the planter with the nematodes as well? I tried Diatomaceous earth last year but it did nothing and I ended up loosing all the veggies planted in the planter. (btw the planter's floor is landscaping fabric if that makes a difference). Thanks!
Beneficial Nematodes can eradicate ants, but it's important you use the right strain - purchase the strain specifically for ants, fleas, etc. and spray the surrounding area. The nematode genus Steinernema is the best nematode killer. You can purchase from Arbico Organics online or from Amazon online. Also, I like to mix 1.5oz Medina Orange Oil & 3oz Dawn dish washing liquid in 1 gallon of water and spray or drench area. Ants don't like citrus smells. That mixture will kill ants and keep them away because of the smell, but it will require more than one application. Hope this helps! - John
Sir bad Nematodes effecting my squash and cucumber plants in green house i already use Rugby fmc before sowing but chemical did not work actually my soil organic matter too weak Is that true when i put organic matter in soil Nematodes will suppress or kill?
Organic matter is a good start. Also, infuse your soil with as much complex beneficial soil life as possible by applying our John&Bob's Blend and Penetrate Liquid Biotiller. Spray with beneficial nematodes from Arbico Organics. The result will be a self sustaining soil with microbes that will eradicate your bad nematodes.
Hey Jimmy, No, they are not shipped cold. However, once you receive them, if you don't use right away, store them in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Best used within 2 weeks. Good Question - J&B's
@@fablan3308 There could be a couple different reasons: 1) make sure the tree is getting enough water. 2) A lack of nutrients can cause figs to not ripen. 3) Pests/disease. If you think you have root knot nematodes then that is likely the cause. You can apply our Blend, earthworm castings, and/or a good quality compost. You can also use beneficial nematodes which will outperform the bad nematodes. You can purchase those at www.arbico-organics.com/category/beneficial-nematodes
The "how" is to build complex soil life resulting in beneficial soil nematodes, which eat bad nematodes and grubs and which is covered in the video. The "how" of the "how" to build complex soil life is also covered in the video by highlighting various organic concentrated, convenient soil inputs that infuse your soil with soil life, food for soil life and attractants for complex soil life - which is the absolute key to getting rid of bad nematodes and grubs organically. So yes, "why"is covered but "how" is double covered. Thanks for your comment :)
We don't argue with success! Chemical insecticides are typically damaging to the soil and the beneficial life in your soil so use as little as possible, and try to focus on encouraging healthy soil life which will help eliminate the need for insecticides in the future because the good organisms will eat the bad ones.
@@JohnandBobs No, you need to use insecticides that are targeted towards one insect not a broad spectrum Insecticide that kills everything. Even if you kill everything life will come back and plants can still grow and produce perfect flowers or vegetables. Or just go the solarization way and kill everything in the ground, life will come back sooner
I have had food gardens for 60 years. Nothing but problems even though the soil is always rich composted. It is impossible to stop squash bugs, borers, mold, fungus, bad nematodes etc. I have come to the conclusion that soil should be devoid of life of any kind, only nutrients that plants need. It's called hydroponics.
I hate aphid, there is the green type that don't move I can spray or kill them easily. But there is a black type of aphid that can fly and avoid being sprayed on
We're sorry you feel that way Cosmo, we aim to provide helpful gardening/soil information and tactics to aid all our followers. If you have specific questions, we are more than happy to answer them here in the comment section, or through our email customerservice@johnandbobs.com - J&B's
