FOR YOUR FILES: Adalia bipunctata Tech Sheet Adalia bipunctata, or two spotted ladybeetle, is a natural enemy of aphids, psyllids, mites and most greenhouse pests. Both larvae and adults will actively feed throughout their life. This biological control agent can be used on ornamentals, fruit and vegetable crops as well as in public gardens. People and pet friendly pest control without harmful pesticides. Optimal conditions are 75-82F with relative humidity around 75%. A complete life cycle takes 16-20 days at 68F. Adalia bipunctata can consume up to a total of 100 aphids/day and adults live for 2-3 months. For light infestations release 5-10 Adalia/plant. Repeat as needed. For heavy infestations release 10-20 Adalia/plant. Repeat as needed. For trees and shrubs release a minimum of 200 Adalia per 12 inches of trunk. Release in the evening and spray a fine mist of water on the plant prior to release. Disperse at the base of the plant and in lower branches. Use at part of an IPM program. Ants may interfere with Adalia feeding as they may attempt to protect the aphids. Use glue barriers or ant lures to prevent this. Shipped fresh, quality guaranteed. For your files - Adalia bipunctata Tech Sheet Orders for Adalia bipunctata must be received by Thurs at noon Pacific Time for shipment the following week. If the deadline is past, please call us and we can suggest other products. (360) 656-6680 Look here for order deadlines and shipping information. Learn about release instructions for beneficial insects.
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