Caterpillar & Moth Garden Pack - 1,500 Ladybugs, 1,000 Green Lacewings, & 10k Trichogramma

$27.99

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SKU: 269
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TARGET PESTS

Feeds on over 200 species of Caterpillars and Moths, including Web Worms, Loopers, Leaf Worms, Fruit Worms, Cut Worms, Boll Worms, Army Worms, Tomato Worms, Corn Worms, Borers, Gypsy Moths, Codling Moths, Diamond Back Moths, Oriental Fruit Moths, & many other lepidopteran species.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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Trichogramma are tiny parasitoids known for their ability to parasitize eggs of various pest insects, particularly moth and butterfly eggs. No larger than the tip of a pencil and measuring only about 0.5-1.5mm in length, they are hard to see without magnification. In agricultural settings, researchers and farmers often use pheromone traps to monitor their presence. Although Trichogramma can vary in color, they are generally yellow or light brown, with a slender elongated body, long thread-like antennae, and delicate iridescent wings. The entire life cycle is relatively short with rapid reproduction and development cycles. Adult females can lay dozens to hundreds of eggs inside hosts, hatching into larvae in about 1-5 days. The larvae will feed on the host as it progresses through development for approximately 5-7 days. When the larvae is fully developed it will pupate inside the host for about another 5-7 days and finally emerge as adults, ready to continue the cycle.

TRICHOGRAMMA SPECIES:

  • T. platneri / T. minutum - Works best on tall plants over 6 feet tall.
  • T. brassicae - Works best for cold crops or winter crops.

Green Lacewings, also known as the Aphid Exterminator, are essential defenders against a wide range of garden pests. These delicate insects, measuring about ½ - ¾ inches, lay tiny eggs near pest populations, which hatch into larvae within days. The larvae, resembling alligators, actively hunt and feed on soft-bodied pests for 2-4 weeks before pupating and emerging as adults. Each female can lay up to 200 eggs, ensuring a continuous cycle of pest control. To optimize their effectiveness, consider the specific pests, level of infestation, life cycle timing, and environmental conditions of your garden when choosing between larvae, eggs, or adults for introduction.

Hippodamia convergens are native ladybugs found throughout the USA! NaturesGoodGuys (a.k.a. Soldier Bugs) pre-fed Ladybugs are the best general soldiers in any organic garden, greenhouse, grow room, patio, rooftop garden, interiorscape, or anywhere pests exist.
CROPS

CROPS
Trichogramma brassicae is the ideal product when targeting the eggs of moths whose larvae are pests of cole crops as well as the European Corn Borer. For use on vegetable, orchards, gardens and field crops

Trichogramma platneri or Trichogramma minutum This is the ideal product for moth control in orchards or tall crop settings.

  • Trichogramma minutum - For ornamentals, orchards, grapes and trees where the protective zone is five feet or more above ground level.
  • Trichogramma platneri - For avocados, ornamentals, orchards and grapes.
  • Ladybugs and Green Lacewings:

    CROPS
    Vegetable Crops
    Soft Fruit Crops
    Ornamental Crops
    Tree Nursery

    USAGES
    Greenhouses
    Interiorscapes
    Field Crops
    Gardens
    Orchards


    • INTRODUCTION RATES

    LADYBUGS
    Preventative/Light: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., monthly
    Moderate: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2-3 times
    Heavy: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., weekly, 2-4 times

    GREEN LACEWINGS
    1 insect per sq. ft., monthly, as needed.

    TRICHOGRAMMA
    1 - 2 insects per sq. ft. or 50,000 - 100,000 per acre
    weekly during moth flight
    Temperature Range: 50-95°F

    It's important to note that these introduction rates serve as general guidelines and can differ depending on the specific pest species, the plant being treated, and level of infestation. Proper monitoring of the infestation and the released beneficial insect population is crucial for determining the success of the biological control strategy.
    APPLICATION

    LADYBUGS

    Introduce indoors at any time, or outdoors in the morning, evening, or on a cloudy day. Avoid direct sunlight.

    Introduce multiple times throughout the growing season to stay ahead of the pest life cycle.

     

    GREEN LACEWINGS
    Gently disperse eggs and rice hulls into hanging boxes. Hang box on infested plant limb, out of direct sunlight.

    Each pack of lacewing eggs in rice hulls will include hanging boxes according to the quantity that was ordered.

     

    TRICHOGRAMMA

    1. Eggs will hatch within 5 days when kept at 70°F+.

    2. To introduce, flip the card over (egg side down) and cut with scissors. Do not try to tear.

    3. OUTDOOR: Thread hole and tie to infested plant. Staple or wedge card in foliage, out of direct sunlight.
      INDOOR: Thread hole and tie near infested area.
    PRO TIPS

    LADYBUGS

    • Keep your beneficial insects fed and attract native bugs to your garden or farm with our Good Bug Diet - A food supplement for your good bugs that contains fats, proteins, fiber, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, amino acids, vitamins, lactose, and sucrose.

    • Introduce beneficial insects to your houseplants and potted plants with our Beneficial Insect Netting! No need to worry about your ladybugs flying around your home or grow room.

    • Proper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations.

    • Pesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.

     

    GREEN LACEWINGS & TRICHOGRAMMA

    • Ants will feed on lacewing and trichogramma eggs. If ants are present, be sure to control the infestation before releasing, or hatch eggs indoors in packaging before releasing.
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        STORAGE

        LADYBUGS
        For best results, introduce immediately upon receipt. If storage is necessary, store at 36-45°F in original packaging for no longer than 14 days.

         

        GREEN LACEWINGS
        For best results, introduce immediately upon receipt. If storage is necessary, store at 39-46°F for no longer than 48 hours. Store out of direct sunlight. Do not freeze.

         

        TRICHOGRAMMA
        If pupae storage is necessary, store pupae at 39-46°F for no longer than 72 hours.

            DISCLAIMER / SHIPPING POLICY

            STORE POLICIES

            Thank you for shopping with us! Before placing your order, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund and Return Policy. By completing your purchase, you agree to these terms.

            We do not provide recommendations on pesticide use. Products are sold for home use only, not commercial use.

            QUALITY GUARANTEE

            If your beneficial insects or other perishable products are not viable when delivered, email info@naturesgoodguys.sbs within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and a description of the problem. Photos may be requested. Approved replacements ship on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

            • Open your package right away and check for storage instructions. Some products need refrigeration, and improper storage voids the guarantee.
            • Ice packs help moderate temperature in transit and are not expected to arrive frozen.
            • Some insects need time at room temperature before they become active, and many are hard to see without magnification.

            SHIPPING

            • Processing: 1 to 3 business days. Orders placed by 12:00 pm Pacific may process the same day, but this is not guaranteed.
            • Overnight: ships Monday to Thursday, and Friday for addresses with Saturday delivery, excluding holidays.
            • Second Day: ships Monday to Wednesday, and Thursday for addresses with Saturday delivery.
            • USPS: ships Monday to Friday.
            • We do not ship to PO boxes.

            Some products are harvested on set days, and we may hold shipments during extreme weather to protect product quality. We will contact you if your order is delayed significantly.

            CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS

            Please contact us within 30 minutes of placing your order to change or cancel it.

            RETURNS AND REPLACEMENTS

            Beneficial insects and other perishable products cannot be returned; they are covered by the Quality Guarantee above. Unopened garden supplies and tools can be returned within 30 days. Full details are in our Refund and Return Policy.

            Replacements are not available for an incorrect shipping address, storage or use instructions not followed, or packages left uncollected after delivery.

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