Get Rid Of Garden Grubs With Beneficial Nematodes!

Beneficial Nematodes are the best way to deal with one of the most pervasive garden pest, beetle grubs! These beetle larvae are decomposers and in limited numbers shouldn't causes any damage to your plants. But when they get out of control and your organic matter burns up then they will absolutely eat your plant roots and kill them!
00:00 - Intro
00:57 - How To Mix Nematode
03:11 - Most Crucial Step
03:50 - Setting Nematode Sprayer
05:48 - Application
07:05 - Chicken Run Fly Control
08:12 - Container Application
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[@PungentMango]

Nematodes have done wonders for the fungus gnats and shoreflies in my garden. I actually ended up getting a gnat infestation on my indoor plants and watering with nematodes got rid of them within a couple of days. No gnats since! Well worth the $$$

[@That-Google-Guy]

Oh man I was just going to ask if this is a good application for indoors! The fungus and gnats and crap is never ending!

[@libfloyd4432]

That's what I need!

[@rocky1raquel]

Thanks for sharing this gem!

[@dkadwoa4114]

Water with nematodes....? Plz explain

[@Jefestephens]

@@dkadwoa4114 did ya watch the video at all?

[@carriemccarthy4175]

Thank you for the reminder. My step-father used Nematodes to control fleas in our yard when we had a desert tortoise and couldn't use traditional sprays. They worked wonders back then and I don't know why I never thought to use them in my own garden.

[@ritalr15]

I love that you are spreading the word on the Beneficial Nematodes.

[@Charlysfarm420]

Beneficial Nematodes are worth their weight in gold!! I've used them so long I can't remember if it's since the mid-late 70's or early 80's lol... thanks for all the tips. You always have Great Takeaways! ✌️💚

[@likemoto1872]

What company have you been buying your nematodes from for all of these years?

[@rmcnally3645]

FIRST LIKE!!! And SO necessary for today-- I went to harvest my sweet potatoes and found my entire bed filled with grubs. I hope the birds enjoyed their feast today, but I'm going back in tomorrow to turn the entire thing over and hand pick them out until I can put your suggestions in play!

[@southerngardengigi]

I’ve been researching nematodes. From what I’ve seen, you want wet soil during application and after. The nematodes only are viable for two weeks once you get them so timing is pretty crucial, especially if you have a larger area to spray. I’ve also seen recommendations to apply them at dusk. One user said the nematodes will feed and spread out until they no longer have a food source or the ground gets too dried out. I’m planning to apply nematodes this fall here in middle Georgia and also in the early spring to interrupt the life cycles and catch more things hopefully. We have a huge gnat and ant (Argentine ants, not fire ants) problem here where I live in addition to the usual garden suspects so I’m hoping this helps manage that.

[@jacquesinthegarden]

This is all spot on! Dusk is best and keeping the soil moist is critical. I will be reapply in the Fall again to ensure that they are well populated when the fall rains, hopefully, come!

[@twobluestripes]

This is really helpful to know. Here in CA we have a bone dry climate most of the year, and we also have tons of small ants and tons of termites. These could be amazing but I will definitely have to consider how/where/when we would be using them and if we could keep the soil fairly moist for their lifespan.

[@twobluestripes]

This is really helpful to know. Here in CA we have a bone dry climate most of the year, and we also have tons of small ants and tons of termites. These could be amazing but I will definitely have to consider how/where/when we would be using them and if we could keep the soil fairly moist for their lifespan.

[@brittr]

Beneficial nematodes are the greatest discovery I have ever made. Garden grubs (or curl grubs as I know them) almost made me quit gardening altogether. The thought of them being in there and me not really knowing was too terrifying. But now I legit relish when I find grub carcasses from nematodes. Also neem oil can really help too. I tend to do neem oil during the colder months and then bring in my nematodes for Spring/Summer to keep on top of them.

[@ellaakiyama5670]

How do you use the neem oil?

[@twobluestripes]

Do you apply neem oil to the soil surface as well as the plant?

[@ebybeehoney]

I put beneficial nematodes around my yard once a year at least. Mostly to expand my control on Japanese beetle grubs. AND I use this company. Since Japanese beetles can fly in and lay eggs, I do add it every year. I have seen number reduction of Japanese beetle specifically from year to year. And I've seen when I don't do it after a few summers - the beetle numbers increase.

[@FarmerJayne]

Thank you Jacques! I just got all my supplies super fast from your links! I’ll be doing this this weekend. Wish my nematodes luck!

[@Arcticdi]

Ordered the triple combo as soon as I watched this....thanks for the lesson and recommendation

[@maryzwierecki5646]

This was so helpful. I’ve been thinking about doing this to get ahead on Japanese beetles. I didn’t really understand it all, but the video helped.

[@mollyb898]

Thank you for posting this! I just rewatched as I'm currently prepping my garden for spring here on the border of 9b/10a. So much good information. Have you or Kevin ever released other beneficial insects? I'm considering purchasing lacewing eggs on cards when it warms up and would love to watch a video similar to this one :D

[@urielrodriguez8298]

Jacques, make sure you give an update on the experiment.

[@jacquesinthegarden]

I am checking but it will be hard to prove I realize as the nematodes are slowly eating the grubs until their is no evidence of grubs left😬

[@rocky1raquel]

@@jacquesinthegarden !! HOW HOW did it turn out? 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@juliebarsky6761]

I have been binge watching your videos. I am so happy I found you! I have learned so much that has helped me with success in my garden. FINALLY! love your Kevin colabs And, I love you have me and my husband enjoying our garden working together. Thank you for your hard work and honest content.

[@GardeningwithDave]

Great video! This will be my second year using nematodes in the garden. Love your videos Jacques!

[@enigmaticreverieproduction5169]

Thank you for making a video on this topic!

[@mindypereda9660]

I so needed to hear this video! Perfect timing 🙂

[@PlantGuild]

Thank you for this video! While I don’t have a grub problem; it inspires me to seek out natural remedies for pests and problems that can happen in the garden. As always, I appreciate the realness, “So I realize I mixed these bags up by accident.” Thanks! Keep up the great work.

[@anneciamartin9514]

I've used their product before and it did keep the grub population down. I need to get some more.

[@Castro2169]

Great video! I live in SD North County area, and these grubs ate up my potatoes roots. Thank you 🙏 for some valuable information.

[@MiguelAMH]

Did the nematodes work for you? I'm also in north county and I got some milky spores which are also supposed to get rid of them.

[@akapatience5571]

I just had a dozen or so in a bucket yesterday that I found when I moved my compost pile...my little neighbor boys were mesmerized watching them wiggle around! I'm hoping the birds will find them and have a nice juicy meal.

[@DrivingFree]

This is the best demonstration of nematode application I’ve seen. I usually order them from Arbico Organics twice a year when I change over the crops. But I have gone through several sprayers trying to get them to work. They always clog my sprayers. So I just resorted to mixing in my two gallon watering can to do each bed I see now how to dilute the solutions. Thanks for the vid

[@HurricaneHeather]

I am so happy to find your vid today! I'm looking for a natural way to deal with ants. This works for me!

[@RobinL4715]

I am going to try this since my grub issue is quite annoying!

[@heidibartle2241]

Wow. Learned something great today! THANKS. ❤

[@jonathanravenhilllloyd2070]

My olds have been using nematodes for as long as I can remember in the endless battle against slugs in the UK

[@hugenkiz3099]

Love your channel! Thanks for this video! I've been hand picking them and it's taking too much time

[@RamanSharma89]

So did it kill those grubs in that sample container? Great video by the way.

[@ThePoehladian]

That's what I was wondering.

[@dl923]

I am in zone 10a and am so glad I found you and Kevin ;), cause i am a hack gardener. I have 3 self-watering raised beds (from Costco). They are new this year and full of good soil and GRUBS. I also have watering troughs with vegetables that also have GRUBS. My husband wants to empty out all of them and get rid of the GRUBS that way and then use nematodes. What is the best wat to eliminate the GRUBS? Also, when you did this video you sprayed nematodes into a container with GRUB in it, how long before the GRUBS died?

[@D4ni3773]

Very educational! Thank you!

[@crpermaculture]

Thanks for this great resource!

[@ritalr15]

The UV kills the nematodes. Only use after Sundown or on an overcast day. I have used them for years

[@jacquesinthegarden]

Good point I forgot to mention this

[@camiscottage]

Good to know thank you!!

[@wjm1319]

Nematodes cleared my yard of fleas & ticks, also. I don't think I'll ever have a dog again without spraying down my yard every few years. Having the grubs gone is an added benefit, though around here, milky spore for Japanese beetles is more the thing.

[@jacquesinthegarden]

Great point!

[@julesgoh]

I love how you tell us that there are two ways to pronounce nematodes :) and the assurance that it doesn’t hurt us or our animals :) so detailed and thoughtful :)

[@wetpeter5647]

So using nematodes to kill baby bugs is ok huh

[@drakep271]

​@@wetpeter5647 yes

[@mauz791]

@@wetpeter5647 yep

[@skirtedfancy]

Thank you so much for this video! What was the outcome of the expiration with the grubs in the bowl?

[@MajICReiki]

This is great to learn! my Father lost a pomegranate bush last fall and I am worried the fig trees and rest of the pomegranates may be in peril!

[@lifeofintention4711]

Thanks for the informative video... how did your control of the grubs in the soil you sprayed go, did they die?

[@twobluestripes]

So many people in the comments say they love the nematodes and have been using for years, and I’ve been watching gardening KZbin for several years and never heard of them! I only had ever heard about the harmful type of nematode. They seem awesome. Might need to try in our So Cal yards this fall; we got termites and ants around for sure. Thanks for the excellent demo

[@rocky1raquel]

I think that’s because “permaculture” and beneficial, “organic” and (w)holistic view in nature is harmony and doesnt put $ in big Agra/big pharma’s pocket. (Same-same, btw) 👀 It’s new, and also ancient. Permaculture is widely based on indigenous agricultural practices (they weren’t All nomadic ;)

[@dawnmitchell11]

Good point about aiming the nematodes at the base of plants! I just released some today in April! It's recommended to do a couple of applications 1-2 weeks apart and make sure to remove any filter or screen in the hose end spray if you're using one. Also apply early am, dusk, or on an overcast day. UV light kills them.

[@rocky1raquel]

Thanks for these tips on nematode application! 👍🏼

[@zmenow3162]

We have a lot of those grubs. Very nice vid . Thank You

[@joannarhoden-plaza9722]

Thank you so much for this video!!

[@karenibbitson576]

Thank you, Jaques! Question: did your experiment work? When you sprayed directly into the container of grubs, did they die?!

[@Chopperdoll]

I’ve never heard about this. Great video

[@robyndudley9684]

I applied in the cool fall weather in November. Most of the beetles in my garden were gone and I was at the height of grubs in my soil. Nematodes need a host in order to survive to move on to the next grub. More grubs in the soil, the longer most of the nematodes last in the soil reducing the population. Milky spores also benefitted my garden over the last few years.

[@cursedcookies]

I've seen another commenter here mention milky spores. If you don't mind me asking, What are they? And how do they help the garden?

[@Executed38]

Great vid! Thanks for the lesson. Ended up here from a short vid. Liked and sub’d

[@RebeccaWhite30]

Used for the fist time this year and saved some of my squash!

[@cursedcookies]

I've heard of beneficial nematodes but forgot about them, thank you for the reminder! I didn't know they also kill fingus gnat larva. I've been occasionally using dissolved mosquito dunks in my pots to combat indoor fungus gnats on vegetable plants I take inside before winter. The dunks don't seem to help much and each year the gnats have overrun things and contributed to me giving up on growing veggies indoors. I use the sticky yellow paper stakes to catch adults but that doesn't nip them at the source. Hopefully some nematodes will be a better solution!

[@ThePoehladian]

Sprinkle cinnamon all over the potted plants soil.

[@jonahhernandez3100]

I just got my Nematodes!!! Thank you so much for this tutorial cause the grubs are hitting me hard! I built that screen sifter thing for the containers, some had 2 grubs others had 15! Ahhhhhh! I soaked my beds last night and I'm going to spray the Nems tonight. Question - I have freshly planted potatoes, should I pull them out then spray or is it okay to leave them? It's about 15 potatoes in a raised bed so wouldn't be too much additional work. Also, I have a huge pile of compost, should I spray the pile? I could see beetles laying eggs in there maybe. Thanks again for all the info!!!! Ayyyyyy!

[@samanthawoodman2428]

Can't wait to try this again! Tried it once and it didn't work but I think my pots may have been too dry! Thanks for all the tips I have grubs and ants galore.

[@judymckerrow6720]

Thank you Jacques 🌺💚🙃

[@kike510mig]

Just bought some today! Any suggestions for flies?

[@gardeningwithtash2485]

i had some of those grubs eating in my potato container. now i know what they are thanks.

[@a.l.a.7847]

2 shots of nematodes 😅 I learned so much from this video -- thanks!

[@sandyj1561]

Thank you!

[@joshsharpe4803]

I recommend if using them to use all of them once opened. I purchased them and used half and was going to use the other half a month later and had them in my fridge until I was ready to use the rest well because I put the opened container in my fridge they literally infested my fridge and freezer and got in all the small cracks. I had to get a new fridge bc they kept coming back and even got into the ice.

[@azpeach5680]

Yay! I have always wondered what those ugly little critters were!

[@hairywitch4063]

Thank you.

[@DesertRose808]

About a month before it warms up I dump out my soil from my pots through a sifter. Put all the grubs in my bird feeder and put the soil back in the pots along with chicken manure and earth worm castings etc.

[@mylamberfeeties875]

Awesome share

[@momolife1982]

Hey Jacques, how often do u need to apply the nematodes?... Every year? Or is it a one and done thing?... Also the nematodes will keep reproducing right?

[@FioreCiliegia]

I don’t have to worry about grubs back in the states. We just have a nest of bluebirds every year and they do all the work

[@valleriebyers9197]

Hi Jacques! Does BT help? I have it but not nematodes. Thank you.

[@dbrxsdgo]

👍😁 For some reason this is making me think back to my experience with sea monkees during my childhood. 🐒😂 Also, spray and pray. I may be blind, but I didn't see any link for the sprayer? 🙏😉

[@NicoleMason-kp4ms]

@Jaques, can you share what you did with the remaining 1/2 of the nematodes? I spoke with Arbico, and they said to use all of the nematodes in one sitting. Did you end up spraying the rest that day?

[@oldbear6813]

We have moles that dig up the entire yard and garden looking for grubs...can't decide if they're a pro or con 😂🤷‍♀️

[@nikia1224]

Can it be use as a lawn treatment as well?

[@camiscottage]

I’ve ordered my nematodes ! Thank you for this video. We have a huge grub problem and all of my Plants have stalled in growth. I am planning to turn my beds, treat them and cover crop until spring. Will worms survive the todes? 🤔

[@MextizaCalifa]

Yes

[@padmaale]

Is it ok to use in already planted vegetables garden.

[@nickwindholz7912]

This is a must in Florida, especially if growing in the ground! But grubs and ROOT KNOT Nematodes will eventually make it into your raised beds also.

[@rjhall5712]

Does this effect earth worms ???

[@candacetaylor9895]

I just discovered root knot nematodes in my raised beds 😢 does this kill them? Should I apply this before replanting for fall? (I’m a newb)

[@rjhall5712]

What is this products effect on earth worms ... need those to hang around (zone 9a Florida)

[@doraramirez595]

Hi . Help please. I have the same sprayer. I usually use it to spray been oil. The been bottle says to dilute 1 gallon into 6 tsp, but this dilution is for the pump sprayer, I believe. Since I use the sprayer with the hose, I just pour the concentrated sprayer but I have a hard time where to set dial for the correct mix amount.

[@BluewolfHealy]

Vine weevil grubs! Nematodes will soon sort them out. Happy gardening 🙂

[@honeysenju]

Sir, what about trichoderma? Can it prevent soil born disease?

[@ginninadances]

I need to apply my nematodes

[@christinejones8654]

These grubs are about to get it!

[@beingsneaky]

My friend and i were told not to use a pump up pressure sprayer. Was told it would kill the nenatoads..

[@tiffany7023]

I found a crapload of those monsters in my finished/non-active compost bin. I really hate the thought of more June bugs, but are they worth finding and killing?

[@rivahkamp]

I could not locate the link for the nematodes, would you please reshare it. Thanks

[@Arlenegg95]

Can you add the liquid just directly in the soil?

[@danavh6319]

Is it safe to use the fruit tree in the container?

[@johnjude2685]

Do they eat holes into potatoes? Or leave long cuts in potatoes

[@Ms.Byrd68]

How long does one application last?

[@spencerchamp]

i love u jacque

[@DustBunny.101]

I tried this nematode method and bought from arbico and I still have huge larve grubs eating the roots of my plants.i kept my beds wet for a week, applied them at night and the days after application were cloudy. Any other ideas? Do I have to keep applying until they're gone? It seems like it would get expensive quickly 😅

[@bcuriel2010]

Can those affect fruit trees? Today I spotted one living in my carambola tree

[@johac7637]

I caught 12 of the Figeater grubs, put them in a bucket with soil, put 5 million HB NemaSeek in the basket with water, only 3 were killed, after 2 weeks, so I'm wondering what, why, as I've tried it on 2 seasonal applications of the 3 varieties, 2 years in a row, they are out of control. My only control is hanging a watermelon rind over a bucket hung in a tree, with water in bucket, at the best day from 5 traps I collected almost a 5 gallon bucket of bettles, I'm asking for your tips.

[@Gardeningchristine]

Please do a follow up and let us know how it goes! Is Kevin the other 1/2 cause I thought he was having the same problem.

[@malvirothe5742]

"Now we have our nematode soup" *procedes to chug it*

[@cporvaznik]

Does this work for earwigs as well?

[@blackg0076]

8:00 nice Grevilia in the top right of the screen

[@fix5s694]

is it safe to use if i have honey bees

[@meso013]

Do beneficial nematodes work on slugs and snails?

[@thepurrfectcat]

There's a video from Bayer says Namtodes are bad for the pant, is it true?

[@bellarose-au]

Did you buy the nematodes from a garden shop or plant nursery? Or somewhere else? I'm having trouble finding them in Australia - we have the same grubs and they're killing my roses 🤬🤬🤬 and all my herbs - they seem to be partial to the roots of onion family plants. Also, do you need to treat (pots and planters, not garden beds) regularly or just a one-off treatment? (I don't know why, but I can't comment on the long video about this).

[@rickjay4639]

Are the grubs black soldier fly larva? They look like.

[@jessicas4295]

Do you still use these? And how did they work?

[@chulasexychica11]

Is there a more money-saving way to get rid of them??

[@kathleenthomas3275]

Do you know if these help harmful nematodes? Zone 10b

[@battlerealestateinvestment2029]

Did you use filtered water? I was told that chlorine kills them.

[@Gardeningchristine]

Is this a once and done fix or do you have to treat every year? I’m in Missouri and can get good long freezes.

[@ryanr.719]

Every year. I would apply twice per year in spring and fall.