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Entry Date
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Location
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Saturday, August 07, 2021
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Matt D.
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Connecticut
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Entry 71 of 90 |
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Spider Mite Predators Utilized
Two species were purchased and since there was an outbreak the high-density release rates were used. So, in the about 1,200sq.ft. cold frame growing space the following mites and numbers were purchased…
Phytoseiulus persimilis- 6000 purchased
Neoseiulus (= Amblyseius) californicus- 5000 purchased
Key Points
-Use Isopropyl alcohol to break the protective webs of the spider mites
-Release at night as the mites are active at night
-Distribute/sprinkle as evenly as possible across the entire growing area
-Leave containers in growing space for at least 24-hr post release to allow any mites still inside to ensure the growing space (they are very small!)
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