Steinernema feltiae: In container or raised bed applications, S. feltiae is especially effective against immature dipterous insects, including mushroom flies, fungus gnats, and tipulids as well some lepidopterous larvae. This nematode is unique in maintaining infectivity at soil temperatures as low as 10°C. S. feltiae has an intermediate foraging strategy between the ambush and cruiser type. Also effective on other pest larva in the soil - if applied correctly - such as termites, ants, etc.
Target
- Larvae of sciarid flies (Sciaridae) (soil application)
- Larvae of thrips (leaf application)
- Pupae of thrips (soil application)
- Larvae of black vine weevil (soil application)