Controls soil-dwelling grubs

What is B-Green?

• Microscopically small worms (nematodes) of the species Heterorhabditis bacteriophora
• Contains an insect-killing symbiotic bacterium
• Effective in a temperature range between 12°C and 30°C

Which pests does B-Green control?

• Larvae of the garden chafer (Phyllopertha horticola)
• Larvae of the Welsh chafer (Hoplia philanthus)
• Larvae of the black vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus)

What are the benefits of B-Green?

• Fast and effective control of grubs and larvae of beetles mentioned above
• Long-term protection against soil-dwelling pests
• No side effects on beneficials
• Safe for people and environment

How does it control pests?

• Infectious juvenile nematodes penetrate the host through natural orifices
• Once in the body cavity, the symbiotic bacteria are released
• The symbionts kill the host within 24 to 48 hours
• The nematodes multiply in the cadaver
• New infectious nematodes leave the cadaver in search of other pest insects

In which crops is B-Green effective?

• Golf courses <> grubs
• Turf <> grubs
• Lawn <> grubs
• Soft fruit <> larvae of black vine weevil
• Ornamentals and nursery <> larvae of black vine weevil

Want to know more? Contact your Biobest advisor for tailored advice.

Units

B-Green^® is delivered as a powder formulation and is available in the following units:

• 5 million nematodes
• 50 million nematodes
• 500 million nematodes