TARGET PESTS: Feeds on both the larvae and adults of Fungus Gnats, Shore Flies, Thrips, Springtails, Root Aphids, and other small insects. Rove Beetle larvae can consume 10-20 pests per day. ABOUT DALOTIA (ATHETA) CORIARIA – ROVE BEETLE: Dalotia coriaria, commonly known as Rove Beetle, have a slender and elongated body shape, with a dark brown to black coloration. They possess short wing covers (elytra) that leave a significant portion of their abdomen exposed. The size of Dalotia coriaria typically ranges from 2 to 4 mm (0.08 to 0.16 inches), making them relatively small but highly agile predators. One distinctive feature of Dalotia coriaria is its ability to move swiftly and navigate through different soil and growing media layers, allowing them to access and prey upon pests residing in various habitats. They are also capable of climbing plant stems and foliage in search of prey. Their ability to reproduce quickly and adapt to different conditions makes them valuable allies in natural pest control programs. RELEASE RATES: Temperature: 68°-86°F, avoid temperatures below 50°FHumidity: 60%+ LIGHT INFESTATION: 1-5 beetles per 10 sq. ft.HEAVY INFESTATION: 5-10 beetles per 10 sq. ft. It’s important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy. PRO TIPS: To achieve a comprehensive approach in controlling Fungus Gnats, Root Aphids, and other soft-bodied pests, it is recommended to combine the use of the Rove Beetle with other beneficial predators such as Hypoaspis miles and Beneficial Nematodes. Adult beetles will not go into diapause (hibernation) in controlled environments such as greenhouses and indoor grows. Foliar sprays are less harmful than soil drenches. LIFECYCLE: At 70°F, the lifecycle of Dalotia coriaria takes approximately 20-30 days, and consists of several stages including egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Adult female Dalotia coriaria lay their eggs in the growing media or near potential food sources. Eggs hatch in 3-4 days. The larval stage is the primary feeding phase and typically lasts 14-21 days. Dalotia coriaria then pupates for about 7-10 days, and emerges as an adult with a lifespan of approximately 30 days. It’s important to note that these time-frames are approximate and can be influenced by factors such as temperature, humidity, and the availability of prey. Monitoring the development and activity of beneficial insect populations, along with environmental conditions, can help determine the progress and effectiveness of their role in pest control efforts.
LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEEDABOUT ORIUS INSIDIOSIS: Also known as the “Minute Pirate Bug,” this predator is primarily used to control Thrips. Larval and adult stages of this beneficial bug are predatory, and an adult can consume as many as 80 pests per day. It can take 4-6 weeks to establish a colony, so we recommend multiple releases. TARGET PESTS: Feeds on all life stages of Thrips, Aphids, Whiteflies, Mites, and Moth Eggs. ORIUS INSIDIOSIS RELEASE RATES: Release 0.05 – 1 Orious per sq. ft. Release 5-10 Orious per 100 sq. ft. Release 50-100 Orious per 1,000 sq. ft. Multiple releases recommended. PRO TIPS:Orius may enter hibernation when daylight is less than 12 hours Artificial lighting will help keep your Orius from hibernating. LIFECYCLE: Approximately 2 week lifecycle. Egg to adult in 14 days. Females can lay up to 3 eggs per day.
LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEED ABOUT BENEFICIAL NEMATODES SC (STEINERNEMA CARPOCAPSAE): Beneficial Nematodes are people, pet, and planet safe! These microscopic worms parasitize insect larvae. Nematodes release bacteria from their digestive tract while feeding on a host pest. Infected pests will darken in color and typically perish within a span of 7-10 days. The nematodes will emerge from the perishing host to hunt for more pests. Although Beneficial Nematodes are known for preying on pests in their larval stage, they have also been known to target pests at all stages of their life cycle. TARGET PESTS: CROP APPLICATION: RELEASE SITES: Beneficial Nematodes can be used indoors, outdoors, or anywhere that developing pests exist. Use in gardens, greenhouses, indoor grows, lawns, orchards, vineyards, pastures and more! RELEASE FREQUENCY: Seasonal application recommended. BENEFICIAL NEMATODE SC RELEASE RATES: 5M Nematodes Treats up to 2,000 sq. ft. 10M Nematodes Treats up to 4,000 sq. ft. 25M Nematodes Treats up to 10,000 sq. ft. 50M Nematodes Treats up to1/2 – 1 Acre 250M Nematodes Treats up to 2.5 Acres 500M Nematodes Treats up to 5 Acres 3 EASY RELEASE METHODS: WATERING CAN, PUMP SPRAYER, OR HOSE-END SPRAYER Nematodes are not a chemical, so their effectiveness will not be reduced by the amount of water used to create the release solution. Adjust the concentration of the solution based on the extent of the pest infestation and the size of area to be treated. WATERING CAN & PUMP SPRAYERS: ACTIVATE: Mix nematodes with 1-5 gallons of water (59-69°F) to cover the desired area. APPLY: Release nematodes onto desired area. Don’t be concerned if every inch isn’t covered as these organisms will move throughout the soil. WATER: Water treated area immediately after application. Keep soil moist for two weeks. Avoid run-off. HOSE-END SPRAYERS: Remove filter if applicable. Walk slowly and evenly across the target area, making sure to cover the entire surface. NATURESGOODGUYS HOSE-END SPRAYER: INSTRUCTIONS: Add the appropriate amount of nematodes and water to reservoir.Attach the hose-end sprayer to the water source and turn on the water.Twist knob at the top of the hose-end sprayer to ON.Apply nematode mix to desired area. RELEASE: 50 million nematodes Divide nematodes into thirds.Fill water reservoir to 15 gallon mark.Mix 1/3 of nematodes in water reservoir and spray until empty to release. Repeat three times or until entirety of nematode packaging is used. 25 million nematodes Divide nematodes into half. Fill water reservoir to 15 gallon mark.Mix 1/2 of nematodes in water reservoir and spray until empty to release.Repeat twice or until entirety of nematode packaging is used. 10 million nematodes Dump all nematodes into reservoir. Fill water to 10 gallon mark.Apply nematode mix to desired area. 5 million nematodes Dump all nematodes into reservoir. Fill water to 5 gallon mark.Apply nematode mix to desired area. To learn more about our hose-end sprayer, click here. OTHER HOSE-END SPRAYERS: INSTRUCTIONS: Dump all nematodes into reservoir. Fill water to 32 ounce mark.Set dial level to appropriate setting. Apply nematode mix to desired area. RELEASE: 50 million nematodes Set dial level to 1.5 tsp. and apply nematode mix to desired area. 25 million nematodes Set dial level to 1.5 oz. and apply nematode mix to desired area. 10 million Set dial level to 4 oz. and apply nematode mix to desired area. 5 million nematodes Set dial level to 8 oz. and apply nematode mix to desired area. PRO TIPS: To get the most out of your Beneficial Nematode application, be sure to follow these tips: Release indoors at any time, or outdoors in the morning, evening, or on a cloudy day. To ensure survival, avoid exposing to direct sunlight. Water soil before application. Soil surface should be kept moist for two weeks after application. Soil temperature of 44°-83°F is optimal. If soil temperature is higher than 86°F, irrigate with at least 0.1 inch of water before and after application. Nematodes are vulnerable to ultraviolet light and various chemical pesticides. Best if not mixed with pesticides or fertilizers. STORAGE:Do not freeze. Store in a dark space at 36-45°F for no more than 30 days. Once activated, release within 1 hour.
TARGET PESTS: Both adult Cryptolaemus and their larvae are predatory, feeding on all stages of mealybugs. ABOUT CRYPTOLAEMUS MONTROUZIERI: Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, also known as the “Mealybug Destroyer,” is an Australian ladybug species introduced to the USA in the 1890s specifically to control Citrus Mealybugs in California. These brown ladybugs have an orange head and tail, measuring around 4 mm (1/6 in) in length. The eggs of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri are yellow and laid directly into the woolly egg mass of mealybugs. The larvae can grow up to half an inch in length, appearing white with waxy filaments covering their bodies. RELEASE RATES: For best results, release in early Spring. Temperature: 64°-81°F, avoid temperatures below 50°F Humidity: 70%+ LIGHT INFESTATION: 5-10 beetles per plant, or 100 beetles per treeHEAVY INFESTATION: 25-35 beetles per plant, or 500 beetles per tree It’s important to note that these release rates serve as general guidelines and may vary based on the specific pest species, the crop or plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the subsequent effectiveness of the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy. PRO TIPS: Cryptolaemus cannot survive in cold temperatures (below 50°F), and therefore need to be reintroduced where the winter temperatures are too low. LIFE CYCLE: The life cycle of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri typically lasts approximately 7 weeks. Each female adult can lay up to 400 eggs. After hatching from eggs, the larvae undergo 4 instar stages, during which they feed extensively on mealybugs. Once fully developed, the larvae pupate, eventually emerging as adult beetles. The adults continue to feed on mealybugs, further contributing to biological control. Adults live up to 2 months. It’s important to note that these time-frames are approximate and can be influenced by factors such as temperature, humidity, and the availability of prey. Monitoring the development and activity of beneficial insect populations, along with environmental conditions, can help determine the progress and effectiveness of their role in pest control efforts.
LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEEDABOUT ORIUS INSIDIOSIS: Also known as the “Minute Pirate Bug,” this predator is primarily used to control Thrips. Larval and adult stages of this beneficial bug are predatory, and an adult can consume as many as 80 pests per day. It can take 4-6 weeks to establish a colony, so we recommend multiple releases. TARGET PESTS: Feeds on all life stages of Thrips, Aphids, Whiteflies, Mites, and Moth Eggs. ORIUS INSIDIOSIS RELEASE RATES: Release 0.05 – 1 Orious per sq. ft. Release 5-10 Orious per 100 sq. ft. Release 50-100 Orious per 1,000 sq. ft. Multiple releases recommended. PRO TIPS:Orius may enter hibernation when daylight is less than 12 hours Artificial lighting will help keep your Orius from hibernating. LIFECYCLE: Approximately 2 week lifecycle. Egg to adult in 14 days. Females can lay up to 3 eggs per day. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
LIVE DELIVERY GUARANTEED! INFESTATION QUANTITY TIME PERIOD Light to Moderate 1 per 10 sq. ft. bi-weekly Target Pests: Shore flies, Fungus gnats, Western flower Thrips, Springtails, Moth Fly Larvae and Root Aphids. Description: Atheta coriaria are tiny, elongated, brown beetles with short wings. Rove beetles have an interesting habit of curving upwards like scorpions. These awesome insects have a veracious appetite and can be seen running and flying to attack pests. Rove beetle are great at rapidly colonizing the area they are released. Rove Beetle is a native beetle which feeds on small soft insects. Including; shore flies, fungus gnats, moth flies, springtails, root mealybug, aphids, spider mites. Rove beetle can be used alongside with hypoaspis miles and beneficial nematodes for a more complete control of fungas gnat, root aphid, thrips and other soft pests. Product information: Rove Beetle is packed in peat/vermiculite media in bottles. Upon receipt adults should be seen crawling and flying around the container. If necessary, containers can be stored for 50°F for up to a week. Life Cycle: The complete life cycle takes approximately 20-30 days at 70°F . Eggs hatch in 3-4 days into larva stages. Each larva Rove Beetle can consume 10-20 pests per day. The larva looks similar to the adult. Adult beetle live for up to 21 days and do not go into diapause (hybernation) in controlled environments. IE: greenhouses and indoor grows. Strategic Considerations: It is likely that foliar sprays are less harmful than soil drenches.
Description: Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, aka, Mealybug Destroyer an Austrailian Ladybug was imported to the USA in the 1890’s for the control of Citrus Mealybug in California. Crypt’s are brown ladybugs with an orange head and tail (approximately 4 mm / 1/6 in long). Eggs are yellow and are layed into the woolly egg. The larvae can reach up to 1/2 in and are white with waxy filaments covering them. The adults and larvae of Crypts feed on all stages of the mealybug’s. Product information: Cryptolaemus are sold as adults only. The packages contain paper strips for them to cling during shipment as well as honey as a food source. Cryptolaemus are not as effective on mealybug’s that do not produce egg masses, such as Long-tailed Mealybug. Cryptolaemus cannot survive in cold temperatures (below 50°F) and therefore need to be reintroduced where the winter temperature is too low. Life span of the Cryptolaemus: Complete life cycle is approximately 7 weeks, sex ratio of eggs 50% male to female, Each female adult can lay up to 400 eggs, adults can live up to 2 months. Development stages are: Egg – 4 larval stages – pupa – adult.
