Against aphids
Using beneficial insects against pests is the most biological way of controlling pests. The native lacewing larvae of the species Chrysoperla carnea are also known as aphid lions due to their predilection for pests. However, they are also natural antagonists of thrips, spider mites, mealybugs, caterpillars and other plant pests. The larvae are distributed on infested ornamental and vegetable plants, where they systematically search for pests and suck them out.
Application:
A lacewing larva can consume up to 50 aphids per day. The newly hatched larvae are 2 mm in size and later reach a length of around 8 mm. Typical of the larvae are the pincer-like mouthparts with which they pierce and suck out their prey. The adult (fully developed) lacewings feed mainly on honeydew and pollen. One female can lay up to 800 eggs.
The larvae can either be scattered on the leaves together with the carrier material (buckwheat hulls) or carefully placed on the leaves individually with a brush near the pest infestation. The application is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The minimum daily temperature for a lacewing application is 15 °C.
One pack of 80-100 larvae is sufficient for the treatment of 1 large plant or 4 small plants.
Please note: When releasing lacewing larvae, there should be no or only a few ants in the vicinity of the aphid colonies. Ants are best kept away from trees and shrubs with an ant barrier or - for plants with many and thin stems - with ant powder.
Application period:
Indoor plants: all year round.
Storage:
Release immediately upon receipt.
Active ingredient and content:
Lacewing larvae (80-100 pieces)
