Biological Pest Control for Thrips and Whitefly - Swirski Ulti-Mite
Biological Pest Control for Thrips and Whitefly - Swirski Ulti-Mite
PRE-ORDER AND PICK UP ONLY. Available for collection on Wednesday the 13th of December and then on the first Tuesday of each month, except for January.
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING OR DELIVERY.
Young larvae of various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly. They also can survive on pollen or other prey. Do not use in tomato crops.
Each sachet contains 250 predatory mites and prey mites.
Pests
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For the control of thrips and whitefly
Mode of action
Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. They pierce the prey with their sucking mouthparts and suck out the contents.
Directions for use
Application
- Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight
- Sachets already have an exit hole
- Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites
Dosage
One sachet per affected plant. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the first pest mites are detected. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled.
Environmental conditions
Amblyseius swirskii is most effective at temperatures between 20 and 32°C. It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%.