{"title":"Beneficial Insects","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe use of \u003cstrong\u003ebiological pest controls\u003c\/strong\u003e is common on many crops as they offer an extremely efficient and \u003cstrong\u003ecost-effective\u003c\/strong\u003e option for \u003cstrong\u003epest management.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/collections\/beneficial-insects\/products\/spider-mite-predators\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebeneficial insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e with careful use of a few selective insecticides such as \u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Crop Management\u003c\/strong\u003e (ICM) can result in excellent sustainable \u003cstrong\u003epest management\u003c\/strong\u003e at a \u003cstrong\u003eminimal cost\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in indoor environments. \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic growers\u003c\/strong\u003e wanting to completely avoid the use of pesticides should consider acquiring and maintaining a population of beneficial \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/collections\/beneficial-insects\/products\/spider-mite-predators-phytoseiulus-persimilis\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epredatory insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to effectively \u003cstrong\u003elimit pest populations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've got a \u003cstrong\u003egreat range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/collections\/beneficial-insects\/products\/spider-mite-predators-2\"\u003eBeneficial Insects\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to suit a range of plant and pest species. Get fast, secure and careful delivery of these insects right to your front door when you buy from us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spider-mite-predators-phytoseiulus-persimilis","title":"Spider Mite Predators (Phytoseiulus Persimilis)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEradicate two-spotted \/ greenhouse \/  red spider mites organically and without pesticides, with our predatory mites. The species \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e has been used as an effective spider mite solution for over 45 years. Available in 2,000 or 10,000 quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis product is only available as a special order and from collection in-store. Please contact us directly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e actively hunts and eats all staged of mites, from eggs to adults. Ideal for protecting edible, consumable and ornamental crops from the ravages of spider mite. Because \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e reproduces faster than the spider mites they feed on (capable of doubling their population every two days), they're able to fully eradicate pest populations after a suitable period of time. Each \u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e can eat five adult Spider Mites and 20 Spider Mite larvae each day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in warm, humid environments, making it ideal for early vegetative stages of your plant's cycle, but less suitable for mid-late flower when drier conditions are favourable. This species is also unable to support itself without the presence of prey to feed on, so is best used on established populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor spider mite predators that are more suited as a preventative and also thrive in hotter, drier conditions, choose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/products\/spider-mite-predators-amblyseius-californicus\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Californicus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. For the most effective approach to organically control a spider mite infestation, consider combining both species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRates of use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•    Low Level Curative (low population infestations) - 20 mites per m2\u003cbr\u003e•    Curative (more serious infestations) - 50 mites per m2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat fortnightly dependent on monitoring and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hytec Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"2000","offer_id":47457075069260,"sku":"SPIDER-PREDS","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10000","offer_id":47457075102028,"sku":"SPIDER-PREDS-2","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3044\/4620\/files\/spider-mite-predators-phytoseiulus-persimilis.jpg?v=1702560541"},{"product_id":"spider-mite-predators-2","title":"Spider Mite Predators Double 100 Sachets x Box of 200","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003ePrevention is always better than the cure. Don’t wait until spidermites infest your plants, predatory mites are the perfect way to prevent yield loss due to a spidermite infection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eJust hang\/place these sachets on your plants and as soon as the sachet warms up to grow room temperatures the predatory mites will leave their sachets and roam around your plants leaves and stems eating any spider mites they see.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003ePredator mite sachets are a perfect way to prevent any infestations from spidermites but if you already have an infestation then you will need to use something a little stronger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eVirtually eliminate the chance of a spider mite infestation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eLow cost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eAttach to plants \u0026amp; can be placed in propagators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003ePredators will not damage your plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eDestroy a number of different mites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eJust 1 – 2 sachets per plant is enough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eLasts around 4 weeks until needing replacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eUse throughout your grow \u0026amp; bloom to naturally prevent infestations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0,');\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e100% natural – great for organic growers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hytec Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47346451284300,"sku":"PREDS-DOUBLE","price":119.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3044\/4620\/files\/spider-mite-predators_1.jpg?v=1702560492"},{"product_id":"spider-mite-predators","title":"Spider Mite Predators Single 100 Sachets x Box of 200","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003ePrevention is always better than the cure. Don’t wait until spidermites infest your plants, predatory mites are the perfect way to prevent yield loss due to a spidermite infection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eJust hang\/place these sachets on your plants and as soon as the sachet warms up to grow room temperatures the predatory mites will leave their sachets and roam around your plants leaves and stems eating any spider mites they see.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003ePredator mite sachets are a perfect way to prevent any infestations from spidermites but if you already have an infestation then you will need to use something a little stronger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eVirtually eliminate the chance of a spider mite infestation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eLow cost\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eAttach to plants \u0026amp; can be placed in propagators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003ePredators will not damage your plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eDestroy a number of different mites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eJust 1 – 2 sachets per plant is enough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eLasts around 4 weeks until needing replacing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eUse throughout your grow \u0026amp; bloom to naturally prevent infestations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e100% natural – great for organic growers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hytec Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47346451317068,"sku":"PREDS-SINGLE","price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3044\/4620\/files\/spider-mite-predators.jpg?v=1702560410"},{"product_id":"thrip-predators","title":"Thrip Predators (Amblyseius Cucumeris) - 50,000","description":"\u003cp\u003eEradicate thrips and broad mite organically and without pesticides, with our predatory mites. The species \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Cucumeris\u003c\/em\u003e is a well known and widely used effective thrip solution. Available as a tube of 50,000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis product is only available as a special order and from collection in-store. Please contact us directly. There is now a lead time of 1 week on all live products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50,000 adult thrip predators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo species of thrips are commonly found on protected crops: Western Flower Thrips (WFT), (Frankliniella occidentalis) and Onion or Tobacco Thrips (Thrips tabaci). Larvae and adults pierce the leaf surface and suck out cell contents causing extensive 'silvering'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrips have six stages in their life cycle; egg, two larval stages, pre-pupa, pupa and adult. The larvae and the adults feed on plants. The adults are tiny, dark coloured, pencil shaped insects, often found in flowers. The larvae are often found on the leaves. The Thrip pierce plants when feeding, causing plant tissue to die.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Thrip Predators Biological Control 50,000 \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Typhlodromips montdorensis\u003c\/em\u003e are capable of eradicating most thrips species as well as tarsonemid mite and broad mite. Feeds on young thrips larvae, and in the absence of thrips, on pollen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmblyseius Cucumeris are supplied in a cardboard tube within a bran\/vermicompost mix. Distribute contents evenly over the top of your soil at the base of your plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cucumeris will consume Thrip larvae and eggs, and will continually move around the plant and flowers seeking out their prey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cucumeris predominantly feed on the small, or first Instar, larvae of the Western Flower Thrip (Frankiniella occidentalis). The cucumeris therefore break the Thrip life cycle by consuming the larvae and eggs before the pests can develop into adulthood. The cucumeris will also feed on flower pollen which allows for their introduction before the Thrip pests are visibly present. With predators on the plant at all times, the Thrip can be killed before they can take hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hytec Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47346453971276,"sku":"THIP-PREDS","price":47.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3044\/4620\/files\/Thrip-Predators-Amblyseius-Cucumeris.jpg?v=1714141479"},{"product_id":"nematodes-thrips-fungus-gnat","title":"Nematodes For Thrips \u0026 Fungus Gnat","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eNematodes Exhibitline SF (Steinernema feltiae)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eContains the insect pathogenic nematode, Steinernema feltiae, as infective juveniles. A special formulation for foliar application by high volume spraying for the control of adult female Western Flower Thrips. The nematodes swim through a film of water and attack the female thrips. Larvae are not always attacked but pupae frequently are. Also controls leafminer and Fungus Gnat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eUsed For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eSciarid fly larvae and other compost \/ soil living pests including leatherjackets where nematodes can enter the host body. Can also be used as a foliar spray for Western Flower Thrips, leafminer and scale insect control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eNematodes swim freely through moist compost (but they can drown if waterlogged). They are attracted to insect larvae and enter the body where a pellet of bacteria is then released, killing the pest organism. When applying foliar sprays for the control of thrips, leaf minor and scale insect, the nematodes swim through films of water seeking out their prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eGenerally as a curative treatment or programmed application for each batch of plants. The required temperature range for effective use is 10°C to 30°C. Applied as a root drench for the control of sicarid fly larvae and as a foliar spray for thrips, leaf miner and scale insect. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eApplication Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eContainer plants: The 50 million pack treats up to 100 m2. Open ground treatments: The 50 million pack treats up to 50 m2. Leather jacket: Lawns and fine turf 50 million pack treats 100 m2. 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Available in 2,000 or 25,000 quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis product is only available as a special order and from collection in-store. Please contact us directly.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Californicus\u003c\/em\u003e targets spider mite eggs, nymphs and some adults. Ideal for protecting edible, consumable and ornamental crops from the ravages of spider mite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Californicus\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in hot, dry environments, making it ideal for the later stages of your plant's cycle, but less suitable for early growth and vegetative phases when more humid conditions are favourable. This species is especially suited to tackle webbing found on top growth under HID\/HPS lighting, however consideration should be given to the timescales needed to eradicated established populations in late flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is able to support itself without the presence of spider mites, possessing the ability to eat pollen and other live prey, so is also ideal as a lay-in-wait preventative.\u003cbr\u003eFor spider mite predators that are more suited for cooler, more humid conditions, choose the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/products\/spider-mite-predators-phytoseiulus-persimilis\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hytachydroponics.com\/products\/spider-mite-predators-phytoseiulus-persimilis\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhytoseiulus Persimilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e species. For the most effective approach to organically control a spider mite infestation, consider combining both species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRates of use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e•    Low Level Curative (low population infestations) - 20 mites per m2\u003cbr\u003e•    Curative (more serious infestations) - 50 mites per m2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat fortnightly dependent on monitoring and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hytec Horticulture","offers":[{"title":"2000","offer_id":48046791164236,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25000","offer_id":48046791197004,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/3044\/4620\/files\/spider-mite-predators-Amblyseius-Californicus-2000.jpg?v=1714049934"},{"product_id":"thrip-predators-single-sachets-x200","title":"Thrip Predators (Amblyseius cucumeris) Single 100 Sachets x Box of 200 Sachets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"f29574f6-d421-4aed-bce3-6665736fa9b4\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"16\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eAmblyline CU\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"63\" data-start=\"22\"\u003esachet-based biological control agent\u003c\/strong\u003e containing \u003cstrong data-end=\"99\" data-start=\"75\"\u003eAmblyseius cucumeris\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"121\" data-start=\"103\"\u003epredatory mite\u003c\/strong\u003e used for \u003cstrong data-end=\"158\" data-start=\"131\"\u003epreventative protection\u003c\/strong\u003e against \u003cstrong data-end=\"177\" data-start=\"167\"\u003ethrips\u003c\/strong\u003e and certain \u003cstrong data-end=\"199\" data-start=\"190\"\u003emites\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-end=\"217\" data-start=\"203\"\u003egreenhouse\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"253\" data-start=\"222\"\u003eprotected crop environments\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each sachet includes a \u003cstrong data-end=\"286\" data-start=\"278\"\u003ehook\u003c\/strong\u003e for easy hanging and steadily releases mites over a period of up to \u003cstrong data-end=\"368\" data-start=\"355\"\u003esix weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePlease note: there is now a lead time of 1 week on all live products, including egg sachets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 sachets, each containing 100 eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"566\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eAmblyline CU is highly effective against young thrips larvae, as well as tarsonemid and broad mites. It works best when introduced early as a preventative measure, helping maintain healthy crops and consistent yields. The slow-release system ensures continuous protection and makes it suitable for a wide range of crops including peppers, cucumbers, pot and bedding plants, strawberries and cyclamen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003eSachets should be hung using the built-in hook at a rate of one per 1–2 m², or one per plant depending on crop density. For best results, introduce them at the beginning of the crop cycle before infestations are established. 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