Field Notes
Eggs on Stalks: The Unusual Biology of Green Lacewing Eggs
Green lacewing eggs are laid on silken stalks — an evolutionary solution to two problems at once. Here's the biology behind the structure, what happens inside the egg as it develops, and how to deploy them effectively against aphids, mealybugs, thrips, and more.
If Ladybugs Are Just Going to Fly Away, Why Use Them?
Most ladybugs don’t fly off out of spite — they leave when the environment isn’t right. Learn how temperature, humidity, and shelter affect whether they settle or scatter, and how to create the ideal setup that keeps them working where you need them most.