Instructions / Assembly
Fungus Gnat Control Nematodes
For control of Fungus Gnats (Bradysia spp.), in greenhouses, potted plants & lawn and garden
areas. Contains infective juveniles of Steinernema feltiae nematodes on a sponge.
Net contents: 2 x 5 million nematodes
Store at 41°F (5°C) DO NOT FREEZE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fungus Gnat Control is a formulation of the beneficial nematode Steinemema feltiae that
aggressively seeks out, enters, and controls the larva of target insect pests often found in
greenhouses, indoor plants and garden areas. Fungus Gnat Control Nematodes are compatible
with other biological control programs as well as many other chemical control products.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Read and follow all label instructions thoroughly before applying Fungus Gnat Control.
For optimum results:
• Treat entire greenhouse or garden area as soon as possible. Soil or media temperature
should be between 46° – 86° F (8° – 30° C). The soil or media must be moist prior to,
during, and after application.
• Use entire sponge during application. Use nematodes immediately after they have
been mixed. Use cool water for mixing and keep tank away from heat sources and out of
direct sunlight. Agitate nematodes constantly during application.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS
Watering Can: Will treat approximately twenty 10” pots OR apply at the rate of 5 million / 250 ft
2
.Re-apply second treatment in 7-10 days.
1. Open zip loc bag and carefully remove sponge
2. Use 1 zip loc package per treatment.
3. Add approximately 2 gallons (7 litres) of water into watering can then squeeze sponge in
water and leave in mixture.
4. Stir the mixture to ensure the nematodes are well mixed.
5. Apply 8-10 oz. of solution to each potted plant (Covers 250 ft
2
per treatment for outdoor use).
6. Apply an equal amount of water to the same area to make sure the nematodes are watered in.
Greenhouse: Apply Fungus Gnat Control at the recommended rate and treat the entire house or
plant inventory as soon as insect pests appear.
Large capacity sprayers, overhead irrigation and sprinkler systems
1. Remove all in-line and nozzle filters (1mm, 50 mesh or less).
2. Partly fill the sprayer tank with cool, clean water. Begin and maintain agitation until
spraying is completed.
3. Create a pre-mix stock solution by filling a clean bucket with cool water, add the
recommended dosage of Fungus Gnat Control and allow product to hydrate and disperse
for at least 5 minutes.
4. Transfer pre-mix stock solution into sprayer tank, begin and maintain agitation.
5. Add the required volume of additional water to the sprayer. Use at least three (3) gallons
(11.4 liters) of water per 100 sq ft (6 m2) of treated area.
6. Irrigate immediately to wash nematodes off plant and onto soil media surface. Do not
over irrigate to cause runoff from the tops of the pots/liners.
For hand-held backpack sprayers