Slow Release Sachets for Thrips (Amblyseius cucumeris)

Thrips Prevention - Thrips are very difficult to reach with chemical sprays but Amblyseius predator mites are small enough to find and eat them, release early as they control the first stages of the Thrips lifecycle.

These sachets contain a breeding colony of mites that crawl out slowly over a 4-6 week period and attack the larvae and pupae stages of Thrips.

For best results, introduce the Amblyseius in mid-May for frost-free conservatories, or earlier where temperatures are constantly warm. Amblyseius will survive on pollen from flowers until the young thrips start to appear and provide them with a preferred diet, thus preventing an infestation from taking hold.

This product should be used in prevention of an outbreak so either around the time that you normally see Thrips or at the very first sign that they are present. If you already have a Thrips problem then please check out our other products for Thrips as you will need something that also controls the adult stage.

You will need 1 sachet for 1-2 m² or 1 per plant. They may give you up to 6 weeks protection because the sachets contain grain mites, which give the amblyseius a source of food to stop them all emerging at once.

These little predatory mites work best in temperatures between 10°C – 27°C, and appreciate some humidity to help them gain control of their prey more quickly.

For best results, introduce the Amblyseius in mid-May for frost-free conservatories, or earlier where temperatures are constantly warm. Amblyseius will survive on pollen from flowers until the young thrips start to appear and provide them with a preferred diet, thus preventing an infestation from taking hold.

Amblyseius Cucumeris can tolerate hot, dry conditions, suitable for glasshouses and conservatories, as well as outside during the Summer.

This product should be used in prevention of an outbreak so either around the time that you normally see Thrips or at the very first sign that they are present. If you already have a Thrips problem then please check out our other products for Thrips.