Green Lacewing Eggs
Green Lacewing Eggs are a cornerstone of preventative and sustainable pest management strategies, providing an early and natural solution for controlling a wide range of soft-bodied pests. These tiny, yellow or green eggs hatch into voracious larvae within 2–7 days, immediately targeting pests such as aphids, mealybugs, spider mites, thrips, and whiteflies. Green Lacewing Eggs are ideal for greenhouses, gardens, orchards, and vineyards, offering a gradual and consistent release of predatory larvae for long-term pest suppression.
Once hatched, the predatory larvae actively hunt and consume pests for 2–4 weeks, making them highly effective for both preventative care and managing active infestations. With an optimal temperature range of 60–95°F, these eggs are suitable for a variety of environments and pest pressures.
Why Choose Green Lacewing Eggs?
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Target Pests: Aphids, Mealybugs, Spider Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies, and other soft-bodied pests.
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Long-Term Pest Control: Provides a gradual release of predatory larvae, ensuring sustained suppression.
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Versatile Applications: Effective for greenhouses, gardens, orchards, vineyards, and more.
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Eco-Friendly Solution: Reduces reliance on chemical pesticides, supporting a healthier ecosystem.
How They Work
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Lifecycle:
- Female lacewings lay eggs attached to fine stalks near pest colonies.
- Eggs hatch in 2–7 days into larvae that immediately begin hunting pests.
- Larvae feed on pests for 2–4 weeks before maturing, while adults can lay up to 200 eggs, sustaining pest control.
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Gradual Control: Predatory larvae provide continuous pest suppression as they hatch and feed.
How to Decide How Many You Need
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Preventative Use: Use 1 egg per sq. ft. monthly for low-pressure situations or as a maintenance measure.
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Active Infestations: Use 1 egg per 3 sq. ft. weekly for moderate to heavy pest pressure. Repeat applications for ongoing protection.
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Large-Scale Applications: Use 5,000–10,000 eggs per acre as needed, based on pest monitoring results.
How to Apply
Green Lacewing Eggs are available in two user-friendly formats:
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Eggs in Rice Hulls:
- Disperse eggs and rice hulls into hanging release boxes (included with purchase).
- Hang release boxes on plant limbs near pest infestations, away from direct sunlight.
- Includes:
- 1K–2.5K Eggs: 5 release boxes.
- 5K Eggs: 10 release boxes.
- 10K Eggs: 15 release boxes.
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Eggs on Hanging Cards:
- Hang cards directly near pest colonies for targeted control.
Pro Tips for Success
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Monitor Early: Introduce eggs as soon as pest activity is detected to prevent outbreaks.
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Avoid Pesticides: Ensure no pesticide residues are present before and after release to protect eggs and larvae.
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Supplemental Diet: Provide additional nutrition with a protein-rich Good Bug Supplemental Diet to maximize lacewing survival and effectiveness.
Storage and Shipping
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Storage: Store eggs at 50–60°F for up to 14 days if immediate release is not possible.
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Shipping: All Green Lacewing Eggs are shipped overnight to ensure live delivery and viability.
