Beneficial A. Cucumeris Predator Mites - New Batch 05/31/24

Introducing our favorite little pest-control bug heroes, Amblyseius cucumeris predatory mites!

Picture them as the superhero of the houseplant world. They’re like secret agents with a license to snack on a whole buffet of thrip and mite species that attack our precious houseplants. If you’re dealing with a full-blown pest party, consider bringing in another bug squad to handle the heavy lifting. Then, follow up with our friendly cucumeris crew to keep things in check.

These mites are tan in color, and about half a millimeter in size when fully grown. They can take 4-8 weeks to settle in, but once they've established their little community, they’re like the neighborhood watch, but for thrips and spider mites.

Control usually kicks in around week 3, but I've personally seen these eight legged friends go from “Hey, nice to meet you” to “I’ve got this place under control” within a few days under ideal conditions.

Pouch Details:
Each pouch is packed with adults, juveniles, and maybe even some eggs to provide coverage for up to 4-6 weeks. We have recently upgraded to the pouches that contain 500 beneficial bugs per pouch!

Optimal Conditions:
A temperature range of 68°F to 77°F and humidity levels at 65-70% will make your friendly beneficial bugs happy. Just remember to keep the pouches dry; no mite pool parties allowed!

Target Prey:
Broad Mites, Russet Mites, Spider Mites, and Thrips.

Important Notes:
When there’s no prey around, they’ll raid the pantry, err, pollen like a bug brunch buffet. They will also feed on persimilis and swirskii, so be sure not to release these if you have the others in place!

The cucumeris beneficial mite: slow starters, undercover agents, and all-around houseplant MVPs.
When you see them in action, be sure to give 'em a little bug-sized high-five.

These beneficial mite pouches are available for local pickup in Mansfield, TX and MUST BE PICKED UP within 24 hours of purchase.

Shipping is available within the state of Texas.

**Price is PER POUCH.