Nematodes
Dealing with Box Tree Caterpillars / Moths attacking box plants / topiary.
If your box plants have turned brown, the leaves are dying and there is webbing on the plant, check for Box Tree Caterpillar. Box Tree Caterpillars have a devastating effect
20 July 2026
How to Get Rid of Slugs Without Toxic Slug Pellets
Slugs and snails can be a gardener’s nightmare, feeding on seedlings and causing significant damage to plants. However, many gardeners are turning their backs on toxic slug pellets due to
9 July 2026
Is this Leatherjackets destroying my lawn
Q. “Hi, I’m looking for advice regarding my lawn (see pictures). As you can see there are lots of areas of straw like patches and also bald patches which I
6 July 2026
Your nematodes work, but can you save my box hedge from Box Caterpillar?
Q. “Hello, We used your nematodes to great effect on our lawn we are delighted to say. Now we have a problem with our two box hedges. A visitor suggested it
3 June 2026
Organic Ways to Control Garden Pests
Gardening is a rewarding pursuit, but it can often be disrupted by the unwelcome presence of pests. While chemical pest control methods are available, they can have adverse effects on
28 May 2026
HELP! Leatherjackets are destroying my new turf?
Q. We applied a box of nematodes about a week ago due to leatherjacket infestation in newly laid turf (weather has been warm and dry) and we are wondering if
30 March 2026
What’s eating my Red Robin bush? Is it vine weevil or viburnham beetle?
Q. “Hi there, I have something eating my red robin bush as well as other shrubs including my viburnum – see attached photos. I have used nematodes on the lawn
2 March 2026
When to use nematodes for slugs, vine weevil, leatherjackets and chafer grubs?
All our nematode controls contain naturally occurring and environmentally friendly nematodes that are easy to use, effective and are safe for children, pets, wildlife, birds and bees. As the biggest
25 February 2026
Start applying Slug Nematodes / Nemaslug in the Spring
Slugs are one of the most destructive pests in the garden. Control slugs naturally by applying Slug Nematodes. Slug do not hibernate and will emerge to feed throughout the winter,
24 February 2026
What’s eating my lawn – treating Leatherjackets and Chafer Grubs with nematodes.
Leatherjackets and Chafer Grubs are serious pests of lawns. Grass growth initially slows, yellow patches appear, PLUS the grass can be easily pulled up due to little or no root
18 February 2026
