What has three pairs of legs and is definitely creepy? Ants. And you definitely don’t want them around. But you don’t want to use chemical pesticides to get rid of them. Then ANT OUT Nematodes are just what you're looking for. These naturally-occurring microscopic worms kill young ant larvae and prevent adult ants from building new nests in treated areas. So enjoy your lawn and garden, secure in the knowledge that what you’ve used to get rid of pesky ants poses absolutely no threat to humans, pets, plants or the environment. Benefits and characteristics Naturally-occurring organisms that kill young ant larvae in nests Prevents adult ants from building new nests in treated areas Long-lasting action: nematodes keep working Easy to apply - just mix with water and spray Apply when ant activity is visible on lawn or on garden borders, generally from March through October. How to use With a Nematode Sprayer Step 1Remove sprayer lid. Step 2Open nematodes tube and place the pouches in the sprayer. To avoid clogging the sprayer, do not tear or open the pouches when placing into the sprayer. Step 3Activate nematodes by adding about 2.5 cm (1 in) of warm water in the sprayer. Activated nematodes are sufficiently small so that they will pass through the mesh of the pouches. Step 4Add room temperature water to fill sprayer bottle. Step 5Fasten lid securely and shake vigorously to evenly disperse nematodes. Step 6Attach garden hose to sprayer and turn valve to “Mix” position to begin spraying. Step 7Start spraying ant hills first and keep spraying complete spraying outwards to provide total nematode coverage. Agitate spraying solution often during application because nematodes are heavier than water and will sink to the bottom of the bottle. Step 8Keep lawn moist for the next 3 days (or 1 week in dry weather) to ensure nematodes are flushed down into the root zone where feeding larvae are present. Treatment must only be repeated after 7 days if pest problem persists or reoccurs How to use with a watering Can Step 1Open resealable bag and place all unopened pouches into watering can. Step 2Add approximately 5 litres (2 gallons) of water into watering can and stir the mixture to ensure the nematodes are well mixed. Step 3Apply the solution to the most affected areas first (e.g. where ant hills are visible) and continue to apply to areas where you want to repel further ant nests from being established. Solution treats approximately 16 ant nests or up to 92 m2 (1 000 sq. ft.). Step 4Apply an equal amount of water to the same area to make sure the nematodes are well washed in. https://youtu.be/DODRbhdIX0Y How do ANT OUT Nematodes work? ANT OUT Nematode is a product that contains both diatomaceous earth (a natural insecticide) and beneficial nematodes. Nematodes are microscopic worms that are found naturally in soil. ANT OUT nematodes are specific nematodes that hunt for ant eggs and larvae in the soil profile. Spray and soak all the ant hills in sidewalks, patios and lawns. The adult ants do not tolerate the nematodes in or near their nests and will move their nests away from these areas. Continue to spray areas where you want to repel further ant nests from being established. This package can spray 16 ant nests. The diatomaceous earth does not affect the nematodes, but adds an extra layer of ant control on the adult ants. You get a natural insecticide product that goes after both larvae and adults.
