Nematodes thrive in warmer and more humid settings. The ideal temperature range for nematodes to flourish is between 42 °F and 95 °F. temperatures that fall outside of this range can cause nematodes to die, eliminating their ability to provide beneficial forms of pest control.
Yes, beneficial nematodes will die when exposed to fertilizers with high concentrations of nitrogen. If you’re applying nematodes in your yard, you should refrain from using fertilizers for a period of two weeks both before and after the application.
Since beneficial nematodes are used to kill pests, it is possible that they will also eradicate the excessive population of bad nematodes. If applied adequately, these nematodes will not harm the balance of organisms within your yard or property.
Beneficial nematodes can kill up to 230 types of insect pests. Nematodes are typically used to control the population of various insects including termites, bugs, beetles, and other soil-dwelling pests.