Green Gardener Thrip Killer - 8 Slow Release Sachets of Amblseius Cucumeris (1)

Control Thrips underglass by introducing Amblyseius Cucumeris predators in these easy to use slow release sachets with hooks that contain the predators and food.. Thrips will lay up to 100 eggs on the young leaves or in flower buds of plants. Once the eggs hatch the nymphs as well as the adults feed by sucking sap. The life cycle varies and is affected by temperature, but thrips in glasshouses can breed throughout the year. Each sachet contains a breeding colony of up to 1000 predatory mites that will emerge onto the plant, to attack the larvae AND pupae of thrip. The breeding colony is contained within a small paper sachet, which is carefully designed to maintain the colony in good condition. Mites continue to emerge from sachets over several weeks and in much higher numbers than with a single broadcast release. Sachets are perfect for positioning mites on individual plants, for introducing predators early in the season when food is scarce or for use outdoors. Amblyseius Cucumeris needs a daytime temperature of 10°C and are a living, perishable product, so please order when the temperature are suitable. If thrips are a constant / recurring problem, introduce as a preventative measure at intervals throughout the growing season i.e. every 8-12 weeks. Use 1 sachet per 1 - 2 sqm or use one sachet per plant. Available in packs containing 8, 16, 40 or 80 sachets. This listing is for 8 sachets of Amblyseius Cucumeris for controlling Thrip.