Amblyseius cucumeris - Thrips & Spider Mite Preventative Control
TARGET PESTS
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SHIPPED FRESH & QUALITY GUARANTEED
Cost-effective solution for early-season pest management. Performs well under cooler temperatures. Used for pest prevention early in the growing season.
Amblyseius cucumeris are versatile predatory mites characterized by eight legs and a pear-shaped body, with coloration adapting to their prey. They exhibit good tolerance to varying temperatures and humidity levels, making them suitable for controlling mite populations both indoors and outdoors. As generalists, they feed on various pest mite species. Female cucumeris deposit spherical, transparent eggs beneath leaves, close to pest infestations. Under optimal conditions, these eggs hatch into larvae with three pairs of legs within 7-14 days. Through two nymphal stages, they develop four pairs of legs and progressively target larger immature pests until reaching adulthood. Throughout their 30-day lifespan, adult cucumeris consume significant numbers of pests while perpetuating the reproductive cycle.
BOTTLE vs SACHET / PRO TIPS
PREDATORY MITES IN BOTTLES vs SLOW RELEASE SACHETS
BOTTLED MITES
Best choice for an active infestation.
- High percentage of hungry adults.
- Introduce weekly or every other week, as needed.
- Effective indoors or outdoors (gardens, houseplants, greenhouses, or agricultural areas).
Predatory mites in bottles are a cost-effective and targeted solution to address active infestations or to cover extensive areas common in large scale gardens, greenhouses, and agricultural areas. While predatory mites are avaialble in all life stages, bottled mites contain high concentrations of hungry adults, ensuring an immediate impact on pest populations. Whether distributed directly onto plant foliage or divided into optional hanging boxes.
SLOW RELEASE SACHETS
Best choice for preventative care.
- Great for preventative and maintenance programs.
- Inexpensive way to keep predators on your plants.
- Packed with all life stages for a steady flow of predators for 2-4 weeks.
Slow release sachets stand out as a convenient, time-saving, and highly effective approach to both preventative and long-term mite pest management. These sachets serve as a slow-release and protective haven for immature predatory mites. Sachets are a user-friendly and convenient method of targeted application in situations where manual application might be intrusive or impractical. The distribution process is as easy as hanging a sachet on your plant.
PRO TIPS
For complete control of a spider mite infestation, use in conjunction with Stethorus punctillum, an effective predatory beetle with a large appetite that will also feed on aphids.
For complete control of a spider mite infestation, use in conjunction with Feltiella acarisuga, an effective predator of spider mites that can fly.
GOOD BUG SUPPLEMENTAL DIET
Maintaining your growing operation relies on well-fed beneficial insects as your natural defenders. By providing dependable food sources, you enhance their strength and effectiveness. Our Good Bug Supplemental Diet combines Ephestia and Artemia (allergy disclaimer- Contains shellfish) which are highly nutritional food sources rich in proteins, lipids, and essential fatty acids. Packaged on easy-to-use hanging tabs!
BOTTLED MITE HANGING BOXES
Use NaturesGoodGuys Hanging Boxes to introduce your predators without making a mess! Hanging boxes help you concentrate predators on infested areas and help to keep your product dry.
CHEMICAL COMPATIBILITY
If you've recently used pesticides, be sure to check the chemical compatibility with your predatory mites. We've compiled a list of some common chemicals as a resource.
CROPS
CROPS
Ornamental
Hemp
Field Crops
Row Crops
Orchard Crops
USAGES
Greenhouses
Indoor Facilities
Field and Row Crops
Orchards
INTRODUCTION RATES
Light Infestation: 5-10 mites per square foot.
Heavy Infestation: 10-15 mites per square foot.
Introduce weekly or bi-weekly as needed.
Temperature Range: 54-80° F.
Humidity: 65-75%.
Don't fight pests, prevent them.
APPLICATION
- Introduce in the morning, evening, or when grow lights are off.
- Locate plants with infestation and knock down any webbing, if applicable.
- Lightly mist leaves before introduction.
- Disperse mites onto infested area by sprinkling bottle contents directly onto plants, or pour bottle contents into hanging boxes to concentrate your predators without making a mess. Leave open container in place for 72 hours to allow any remaining mites to be introduced.
- Introduce predatory mites bi-weekly until infestation is under control.
- Locate plants where you want to prevent infestation.
- Hang sachet on plant, out of direct sunlight.
- Introduce slow release sachets every 2-4 weeks to prevent infestation.
Sachets should not be allowed to dry up entirely, and direct sunlight should be avoided. Prolonged moisture and damp environments can cause sachets to degrade or encourage fungal growth.
STORAGE
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.