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SPIDER MITES
(Tetranychus urticae and others)
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Phytoseiulus
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The predatory
mite PHYTOSEIULUS PERSIMILIS
from South America can be used to control red (two-spotted)
spider mite under glass
throughout the year, and outdoors in sheltered situations during the
summer. Pest species other than Tetranychus urticae are not
satisfactorily controlled.
Minimum temperature 10C (50F). Moderate to high humidity preferred. We supply Phytoseiulus on leaf as complete colonies of adults, juveniles and eggs. Amateur pack of 500 £8.50 incl.VAT Professional packs £9.50/1000 + VAT. The predatory midge FELTIELLA ACARISUGA is a good alternative control where large areas need to be treated, as the adult midges fly to find even small colonies of spider mite. The larvae are the predatory stage and look like small pale brown maggots, and pupate in "cotton wool" cocoons under the leaf. Feltiella are supplied as cocoons ready to hatch. Packs of 250 Feltiella to treat up to a quarter-acre £47 + VAT |
