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What steps do you use for nematode control?

Remove the weeds around the banana plants so the bare ground can solerize as much as possible.

Nemicides are available for control, but expensive for home gardeners. However, these might be considered, considering the cost of growing bananas.

Also, Marigolds can be used to control nematodes. Grow marigolds in a side garden and when 2 to 3 months old cut and mulch. Then spread around the banana plants and till in. Marigolds contain a natural chemical proven to kill nematodes. ... You might be able to grow along side banana, then mow down & mulch the marigolds. ... Other plants can do the same, but normally used as cover crops during the fall & winter.

Organic mulch & manures promote growth of beneficial bacteria, fungus, and 'good' nematodes to control root nematodes.

Have a soils test done by your county extension agent to determin the type of nematode in the soil.

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