{"title":"Biological Pest Control","description":"\u003cp\u003eA healthy garden starts with a balanced ecosystem. Our biological pest control range, including nematodes and beneficial predators, helps you manage pests naturally, protecting your plants while preserving the living soil beneath them.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"slug-control-nematodes-100-sqm","title":"Slug Control Nematodes 100 sqm","description":"\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; font-size: 16px; margin: 0px 0px 1.625em; color: #5f5755; font-family: Arimo, sans-serif; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #37b083;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNemaslug or alternative\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThese nematodes can be used once your soil temperature is above 5°C.  Check your soil temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Soil temperature forecast\" href=\"https:\/\/www.farmersguide.co.uk\/weather\/\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not buy nematodes more than a week before application.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe supply packs of microscopic beneficial nematodes (eelworms) which are watered into pots or open ground.  Use as soon as soil temperature reach 5°C and every 6 weeks to keep slugs at bay.  This pack treats 100 sqm.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ladybirdplantcare.co.uk\/collections\/slug-controls\/products\/slug-control-40\"\u003eClick here for 40 sqm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"100 sq metres","offer_id":56958963777867,"sku":"SLG-P2-PK-L","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/slug-control-nematodes-100-sqm-6181230.jpg?v=1775393591"},{"product_id":"60-sqm-sciarid-fly-fungus-gnat-nematodes","title":"60 sqm Sciarid Fly (Fungus Gnat) Nematodes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave your houseplants and seedlings from Sciarid fly\/\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFungus gnats\u003c\/span\u003e and larvae damage with our parasitic nematodes. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiological controls are not always kept in stock, they are ordered in fresh.  This can sometimes lead to a time lag between when you place the order and when it is despatched.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adult fungus gnats\/sciarid flies live on and around the compost surface of pots, more commonly indoors rather than outside. The flies themselves are an unsightly nuisance but most of the damage is caused actually by their young. The small white larvae live in the compost and feed on the tender roots of plants and cuttings. They will also come to the surface to feed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNematodes are more effective if the sciarid population is high. The nematodes are watered on, and attack the sciarid larvae underground. Parasitic nematodes seek out suitable hosts by swimming in the thin film of water on soil particles, locating hosts by detecting carbon dioxide and other waste products. Once they find a host, they enter the body cavity through the breathing or feeding systems, and release bacteria (Xenorhabdus). The bacteria kills the host within hours, and the nematodes grow and reproduce within the 'broth', which they produce. The next generation of infective juveniles leaves the dead host, and moves in search of fresh hosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can read the instructions for the nematodes \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Fungus gnat nematode instructions\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Multitarget_Nematode_Mix.pdf?v=1750754762\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCombine with yellow sticky traps for better control.  A second treatment may be required depending on the level of infestation and the life cycle stage of the pest.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"60sqm (Steinernema Feltiae\/Carpocapsae mix)","offer_id":56958963876171,"sku":"SCI-NE-PK-S","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 60sqm packs (Steinernema Feltiae\/Carpocapsae mix)","offer_id":56958963908939,"sku":"SCI-NE-PK-M","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x 60sqm packs (Steinernema Feltiae\/Carpocapsae mix)","offer_id":56958963941707,"sku":"SCI-NE-PK-L","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/60-sqm-sciarid-fly-fungus-gnat-nematodes-3828748.jpg?v=1775393591"},{"product_id":"horticultural-soap","title":"Horticultural Soap","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighly refined soap made from natural oils which acts as a contact insecticide with no residual effects once it has dried.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in 250ml bottles and the Mega 1l.  Spray bottle not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"250ml bottle","offer_id":56958963810635,"sku":"SOP-SS-2B-S","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1L Mega Bottle with pump","offer_id":56958963843403,"sku":"sku-57135341109629","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/horticultural-soap-7418459.jpg?v=1775393596"},{"product_id":"fruit-and-veg-protection-nematodes-steinernema-feltiae-carpocapsae-mix","title":"Fruit and Veg Protection Nematodes (Steinernema Feltiae\/Carpocapsae mix)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eStop pests attacking your fruit and vegetables with nematodes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese multitarget parasitic nematodes target all a range of pests including; Codling Moth, Shore Fly, Sciarid Fly, Caterpillars, Root Fly, Gooseberry Sawfly, asparagus beetle larvae, wireworm, viburnum beetle larvae and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in packs of 1 x 60 sqm, 2 x 60 sqm or 3 x 60 sqm, you can read the instructions for these nematodes \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Multitarget_Nematode_Mix.pdf?v=1750754762\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fruit and Veg Nematodes Instruction Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBiological controls are not always kept in stock, they are ordered in fresh.  This can sometimes lead to a time lag between when you place the order and when it is despatched.  Order by 10am Monday for same week despatch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"1 x 60 sqm pack","offer_id":56958963679563,"sku":"GYO-01-PK-M","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958963712331,"sku":"GYO-02-PK-M-1","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958963745099,"sku":"GYO-03-PK-M-2","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/fruit-and-veg-protection-nematodes-steinernema-feltiaecarpocapsae-mix-4543994.jpg?v=1775393593"},{"product_id":"slug-control-nematodes-40-sqm","title":"Slug Control Nematodes (40 sqm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #37b083;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNemaslug Alternative\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eTreats 40 sqm - use when soil temperature is above 5°C.  This is a great alternative to Nemaslug, it works in exactly the same way.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eWe supply packs of microscopic beneficial nematodes, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePhasmarhabditis californica\u003c\/em\u003e, (eelworms) which are watered into pots or open ground.  This is a perishable product, do not buy in advance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eYou can read the application instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/40SQM_SLUG_NEMATODES.pdf?v=1750755822\" title=\"Instructions for applying slug nematodes (40 sqm)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlugs eat leaves, stems and roots of plants, weakening them and often causing them to die.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey leave slimy trails over plants and soil, and are particularly devastating to seedlings and cuttings. Slugs leave their own individual scent trails so they can find their way home. There are other creatures (like caterpillars) who make big holes in leaves, but if you see the tell-tale slime, then slugs are the culprit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlugs come in many shapes and sizes and are commonplace around the garden, particularly in damp conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfestations are less serious in dry weather but tend to become a problem during prolonged rainy weather. An individual grey field slug has the potential to produce 90,000 grandchildren and has approximately 27,000 teeth!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey live underground during the day, emerging at night to feed. One cubic metre of garden will on average contain up to 200 slugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: inherit;\"\u003eWe supply packs of microscopic beneficial nematodes, Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita, which are watered into pots or open ground with a watering can or hose. They enter the slug through a hole in its back while it is underground and poison it so that it will die within a few days underground, out of sight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56958963646795,"sku":"ST40","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/slug-control-nematodes-40-sqm-6522059.jpg?v=1775393591"},{"product_id":"slow-release-sachets-for-red-spider-mite-amblyseius-andersoni","title":"Slow release sachets for Red Spider Mite (Amblyseius Andersoni)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Andersoni\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily used to prevent a spider mite infestation (especially in houseplants) or as an out of season control rather than as a solution for a bad infestation.   It's an excellent product for catching the spider mites as they come out of hibernation in the early spring. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sachets contain a breeding colony of mites that crawl out slowly over a period of 4-6 weeks stopping an infestation from taking hold.  If you already have spider mites in large numbers please use Phytoseiulus first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese predatory mites are widely used in commercial glasshouses to control unwanted plant pests.  \u003cem\u003eAmblyseius Andersoni \u003c\/em\u003eis used to treat different species of Red Spider Mite (\u003cem\u003eTetranychus spp. and Panonychus spp.) \u003c\/em\u003eFuchsia\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eGall Mites, Pear Blister Mites, Rust Mites, Boxus Mite and Thrips, it can tolerate a wide range of high and low temperatures 6°C to 40°C, making it a great early season control. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"5 Sachets","offer_id":56958963974475,"sku":"RSM-AN-SH-XS","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 sachets","offer_id":56958964007243,"sku":"RSM-AN-SH-S","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Sachets","offer_id":56958964040011,"sku":"RSM-AN-SA-20","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 sachets","offer_id":56958964072779,"sku":"RSM-AN-SH-M","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Sachets","offer_id":56958964105547,"sku":"RSM-AN-SH-L","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/slow-release-sachets-for-red-spider-mite-amblyseius-andersoni-4988045.jpg?v=1775393594"},{"product_id":"aphid-midge","title":"Aphid Midge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAphid Midge (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAphidoletes aphidimyza) will tackle a wide range of aphid species and are particularly useful for controlling aphids in early and late season. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBiological controls are not always kept in stock, they are ordered in fresh.  This can sometimes lead to a time lag between when you place the order and when it is despatched.  Order by 10am Monday for same week despatch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdults actively hunt for aphid colonies - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOnce an adult female (around 2mm long) finds a colony she will lay her eggs next to it - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe eggs hatch into highly visible orange larvae which feed on the colonies of all types of aphids. 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These parasitic nematodes offer a natural, chemical-free way to bring scale under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nematodes are sprayed directly onto affected leaves, where they swim on the film of water and enter the scale insects to eliminate them. Apply when temperatures are above 14°C for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can read the full application instructions \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Scale Control Nematode Instructions.\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Multitarget_Nematode_Mix.pdf?v=1750754762\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 1, 2 or 3 x 60sqm packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. 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Leatherjackets — the larvae of crane flies (daddy long legs) — feed on grass roots, causing yellowing patches and turf damage. Nematodes offer a natural, chemical-free way to reduce their numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, apply in late summer when leatherjackets are young and most vulnerable. Soil temperature must be above 10°C at the time of application. Water the nematodes into a moist lawn and keep the soil damp for several weeks after treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 100sqm (approx - 50 million nematodes) or 500sqm (approx - 250 million nematodes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"100 sq metres (50 million nematodes)","offer_id":56958964531531,"sku":"FEL-ST-PK-L","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 sq metres (250 million nematodes)","offer_id":56958964564299,"sku":"FEL-ST-PK-X","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/leatherjacket-nematodes-4762679.jpg?v=1775393592"},{"product_id":"nematodes-for-codling-moth-mixed-species-nematodes","title":"Nematodes for Codling Moth (Mixed Species Nematodes)","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtect your fruit trees from codling moth and oriental fruit moth damage with these multitarget parasitic nematodes. Applied in September and October, they target the overwintering larvae before they can cause further damage the following season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, apply when air temperatures are between 14°C and 30°C. The nematodes are watered on to the bark and soil around the base of the tree, where they seek out and parasitise the moth larvae.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can read the full application instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Multitarget_Nematode_Mix.pdf?v=1750754762\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Codling Moth Caterpillar Nematode Instructions\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 1, 2 or 3 x 60sqm packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"2 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958965580107,"sku":"GYO-02-PK-M-1","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 x 60 sqm pack","offer_id":56958965612875,"sku":"GYO-01-PK-M","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958965645643,"sku":"GYO-03-PK-M-2","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/nematodes-for-codling-moth-mixed-species-nematodes-8894191.jpg?v=1775393594"},{"product_id":"mini-yellow-eco-traps","title":"Mini Yellow Eco Traps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese small yellow sticky traps are an effective and eco-friendly way to monitor and catch a wide range of flying insect pests. Particularly useful for detecting and controlling fungus gnats (sciarid flies), as well as whitefly, aphids, and other small flying insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace near the soil surface of houseplants or in greenhouses to intercept adult pests before they lay eggs. Works well alongside nematode treatments for a more complete approach to fungus gnat control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach pack contains 5 traps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56958964597067,"sku":"TRA-MIN-YEL","price":4.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/mini-yellow-eco-traps-2244885.jpg?v=1775393600"},{"product_id":"lacewing-larvae-for-aphids","title":"Lacewing Larvae for Aphids","description":"\u003cp\u003eLacewings are one of nature's most effective aphid predators, earning the nickname \"aphid lion\" — a single larva can consume 100–600 aphids in its lifetime. An excellent natural, chemical-free solution for controlling aphid infestations on houseplants, greenhouse crops, and garden plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can read the full application instructions \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Lacewing larvae instructions\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Lacewing_Larvae.pdf?v=1750755823\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 500 or 1,000 larvae.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"500 larvae","offer_id":56958964629835,"sku":"LAC-L1-TU-M","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 larvae","offer_id":56958964662603,"sku":"LAC-L1-TU-L","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/lacewing-larvae-for-aphids-8720415.jpg?v=1775393591"},{"product_id":"red-spider-mite-killer-phytoseiulus-persimilis","title":"Red Spider Mite Killer (Phytoseiulus Persimilis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytoseiulus persimilis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e is the number one method for controlling glasshouse red spider mite, widely used by both amateur gardeners and commercial growers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly active predatory mite develops twice as fast as red spider mite at humidity levels above 60%, allowing rapid control of outbreaks. A single female Phytoseiulus can destroy ten spider mite females and their young in just seven days under optimum conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tube contains approximately 2,000 living predator mites in a bran carrier. The mites are very small and may not be visible to the naked eye - this is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Tube of 2000","offer_id":56958964891979,"sku":"RSM-P2-TU-L","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/red-spider-mite-killer-phytoseiulus-persimilis-2891981.jpg?v=1775393595"},{"product_id":"box-tree-moth-caterpillar-steinernema-feltiae-carpocapsae-mix","title":"Box Tree Moth Caterpillar - (Steinernema Feltiae\/Carpocapsae mix)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe box tree moth has become one of the most damaging pests affecting Buxus (box hedging), particularly across the South of England. Its larvae feed rapidly on foliage, causing severe defoliation and dieback within days. Parasitic nematodes offer an effective, natural way to reduce caterpillar numbers and protect your box plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can read the full application instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Multitarget_Nematode_Mix.pdf?v=1750754762\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Box Moth Caterpillar Nematode Instructions\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpotting the pest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLook out for webbing on foliage, caterpillars on or inside the plant, and yellow eggs on the underside of leaves. The adult moth is brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemove as many caterpillars as possible by hand, along with heavily webbed leaves. Apply nematodes when air temperature is 12°C or above — there are two generations of box tree moth per year, so treatments in spring and mid-summer are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, apply three treatments two weeks apart at each treatment time. Packs keep in the fridge for 2–3 weeks, so there's no need to buy all doses at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRHS endorsed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stephanie Bird, RHS Entomologist, confirmed that nematodes considerably reduce larvae numbers and are \"a useful addition to the gardener's armoury for control of box moth caterpillar\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you spot this pest, the RHS would appreciate a sighting report via their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rhs.org.uk\/boxtreemothsurvey\" title=\"BOX MOTH SURVEY RHS\"\u003esurvey here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"1 x 60 sqm pack","offer_id":56958964728139,"sku":"GYO-01-PK-S","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958964760907,"sku":"GYO-02-PK-M","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 x 60 sqm packs","offer_id":56958964793675,"sku":"GYO-03-PK-L","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/box-tree-moth-caterpillar-steinernema-feltiaecarpocapsae-mix-8425848.jpg?v=1775393592"},{"product_id":"nematodes-for-chafer-bug","title":"Nematodes for Chafer Bug","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChafer larvae can cause devastating damage to lawns.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe supply microscopic beneficial nematodes (eel worms) which are watered into the lawn.  The ground needs to be above 12°C for this product to work.  This product is not sold during the colder months.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best time to apply chafer grub control is at the end of the summer, when the newly hatched grubs will be at their most vulnerable. However if you find after a warm spring that the grubs are a problem even before they have pupated in May, then you may want to treat them at the beginning of the season. The treatment may be more effective in Autumn than in spring, but if your lawn is suffering then some treatment is better than none. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSome of the Chafer damage is caused by the grubs chewing at the roots of the grass, but much of it is caused by birds and animals scratching away at the soil searching for the juicy grubs.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"100 sq m","offer_id":56958964826443,"sku":"CHA-02-PK-L","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 sq m","offer_id":56958964859211,"sku":"CHA-03-PK-X","price":78.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/nematodes-for-chafer-bug-1540884.jpg?v=1775393597"},{"product_id":"nematode-slow-release-pearls-for-fungus-gnats-and-thrips-pupae","title":"Nematode Slow Release Pearls for Fungus Gnats and Thrips pupae","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA new pest control solution designed for preventative control of fungus gnat larvae and other soil-dwelling pests. This innovative formulation contains nematodes encapsulated within an organic, biodegradable, residue-free coating that release nematodes gradually into the growing media, providing long-term control. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNovel formulation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Encapsulated in pearl-like, biodegradable capsules for controlled release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreventative control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Effective against fungus gnat and thrips larvae and some other soil pests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended storage life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Maintained for more than 8 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnvironmentally friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Made from organic, food-grade materials with zero microplastics, meaning it dissolves without residues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-efficient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Uses significantly less water than traditional nematode applications   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapsule structure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The capsule is made up of a liquid core containing active nematodes which are surrounded by an alginate coating. This shell maintains the internal moisture of the capsule which ensures nematode survivability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow release\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: The coating gradually becomes permeable after approximately one-week post-application, allowing the nematodes to migrate into the surrounding soil and actively seek out the pests. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended action:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slow release of nematode into the soil allows for almost double the duration of control compared to traditional nematode applications. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to apply \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsert capsules into the compost.  You can do this while repotting or planting but you can also apply by poking a hole in the compost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ab78257c-7fff-e5dc-bf49-ad0a1b5acea7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: One package of 200 capsules is enough for 20 pots with 12cm diameter or 8 pots with 20 cm diameter.  The product can be kept in the fridge, check the pack for use by date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Contains 200 pearls","offer_id":56958964695371,"sku":"FGP-FGO-200","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/nematode-slow-release-pearls-for-fungus-gnats-and-thrips-pupae-9146441.jpg?v=1775393595"},{"product_id":"vine-weevil-control-nematodes","title":"Vine Weevil Control - Nematodes","description":"\u003cp\u003eVine weevil nematodes offer a natural, chemical-free way to protect your plants from vine weevil grubs. Simply water them into pots or open ground using a watering can or hose — the parasitic nematodes seek out grubs in the soil, entering and eliminating them naturally while multiplying to extend their effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, apply when soil temperature reaches 5°C or above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"12 sqm","offer_id":56958964957515,"sku":"VWL-H1-PK-S","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 sqm","offer_id":56958964990283,"sku":"VWL-H2-PK-L","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/vine-weevil-control-nematodes-2346534.png?v=1775393607"},{"product_id":"orius-thrips-killer","title":"Orius Thrips Killer","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOrius laevigatus is the final frontier for fighting a Thrips infestation.  We sell a mixture of 500 adults and nymphs to attack all stages of Thrips, one of the only biological control agents that is able to kill adult thrips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrius\u003c\/em\u003e bugs will also feed on aphids, mites, whiteflies and moth eggs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrius laevigatus\u003c\/em\u003e performs well on the majority of plants, particularly those with pollen producing flowers. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Orius predators work better when contained\/confined.  This can be done by isolating the plants you are treating to one room and closing them in or covering the plants with netting.  More about netting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ladybirdplantcare.co.uk\/blogs\/garden-pests\/using-our-plastic-free-insect-netting-to-both-prevent-pests-and-keep-the-good-bugs-in-place\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducts should be ordered by Monday 10am for despatch the same week, get in touch if you would like a different despatch day.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56958964924747,"sku":"ORI-O500-BO","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/orius-thrips-killer-5555923.jpg?v=1775393592"},{"product_id":"ladybirds-for-aphids","title":"Ladybirds for Aphids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSome variants are only available from March.  A great alternative to ladybird larvae are aphid midge, or for larger areas lacewing larvae, both of \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ladybirdplantcare.co.uk\/collections\/aphid-controls\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ethese can be found here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth Ladybird adults and their Ladybird larvae are voracious eaters and can make a real difference to aphid (greenfly and blackfly) infestations both under glass and outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ladybirds we supply are \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdalia Bipunctata\u003c\/em\u003e - the red two-spotted ladybird. They are one of many native species in the UK.  Ladybirds are one of the most popular controls for aphids but they do not prey on other insects so will not help with pests such as thrips and spider mite.  You can read instructions on how to release ladybirds for aphid control \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Ladybirds_1.pdf?v=1750755822\" title=\"Ladybird release instructions\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe larvae are a more reliable predator as they cannot fly away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a large area to treat or have aphids in multiple areas of your home or garden then \u003ca title=\"lacewing larvae for aphid outbreaks\" href=\"https:\/\/ladybirdplantcare.co.uk\/collections\/aphid-controls\/products\/lacewings\"\u003eLacewing larvae\u003c\/a\u003e may be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSome pack sizes are only available March to September.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrders placed by 10am Monday will be despatched later in the week.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"100 Ladybird Larvae \u0026 Egg Mix","offer_id":56958965023051,"sku":"LBL-100-GG","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Ladybird larvae","offer_id":56958965055819,"sku":"LAB-L2-TU-M","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Ladybird adults","offer_id":56958965088587,"sku":"LAB-L1-TU-S","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Ladybird Larvae \u0026 Egg Mix","offer_id":56958965121355,"sku":"LBL-50-GG","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Ladybird adults","offer_id":56958965154123,"sku":"LAB-GG-50","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/ladybirds-for-aphids-2571561.jpg?v=1775393606"},{"product_id":"slow-release-sachets-for-thrips-amblyseius-cucumeris","title":"Slow Release Sachets for Thrips (Amblyseius cucumeris)","description":"\u003cp class=\"textbox\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThrips 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"textbox\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese 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.  You can read the instructions for use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Thrips_Slow_Release_Sachets.pdf?v=1750754507\" title=\"Thrips sachets instruction sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"textbox\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside the sachets can be used all year round and pose no risk to pets or humans.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutside, for best results, introduce the \u003ci\u003eAmblyseius \u003c\/i\u003ein mid-May for frost-free glasshouses, or earlier where temperatures are constantly warm. \u003ci\u003eAmblyseius \u003c\/i\u003ewill 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"10 sachets","offer_id":56958965186891,"sku":"THR-AM-SH-10","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Sachets","offer_id":56958965219659,"sku":"THR-AM-SH-20","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Sachets","offer_id":56958965252427,"sku":"THR-AM-SH-50","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 Sachets","offer_id":56958965285195,"sku":"THR-AM-SH-200","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 sachets","offer_id":56958965317963,"sku":"THR-AM-SH-4","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Sachets","offer_id":56958965350731,"sku":"sku-55108343071101","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/slow-release-sachets-for-thrips-amblyseius-cucumeris-3627620.jpg?v=1775393597"},{"product_id":"ant-controls-nematodes","title":"Ant Controls (nematodes)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnts in the garden can be more than a nuisance, they protect aphids from predators, disturb plant roots, and can cause significant damage to lawns and borders. These parasitic nematodes (\u003cem\u003eSteinernema feltiae\u003c\/em\u003e) offer a natural, chemical-free way to deter ants by disrupting their nests and encouraging them to relocate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike chemical treatments, nematodes work with the soil ecosystem rather than against it, making them safe for use around children, pets, and wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply when soil temperature is above 10°C for best results. Water into the affected area using a watering can or hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: biological controls are ordered fresh and are not always held in stock. There may be a short lead time between ordering and despatch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Small treats 10SQM","offer_id":56958965383499,"sku":"ANT-P15-S-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":56958965416267,"sku":"ANT-P50-M","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/ant-controls-nematodes-2262521.jpg?v=1775393588"},{"product_id":"whitefly-control-encarsia","title":"Whitefly Control - Encarsia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNB This predator is only active at temperatures in excess of 18-20°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe most effective treatment for whitefly is the parasite \"Encarsia\". It is supplied on small cards which can be hung up around your plants.  You can read the instructions for this product \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/4573\/0117\/files\/Whitefly_Cards.pdf?v=1750756195\" title=\"Instructions for using whitefly control encarsia\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiological controls are not always kept in stock, they are ordered in fresh.  This can sometimes lead to a time lag between when you place the order and when it is despatched.  Order by 10am Monday for same week despatch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlasshouse whitefly are small white flying insects which lay eggs on the undersides of leaves. Whiteflies suck sap from their host plant and drop sticky secretions onto leaves below. Left uncontrolled they will overwhelm the plant, weakening it and flying around in huge numbers. Undersides of leaves become populated with Whiteflies adults and white eggs (scales).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhitefly are fairly inactive in cool temperatures over Winter, but multiply very quickly in warm Spring and Summer weather. They fly about at the slightest disturbance, like tiny moths, and may even create ghostly white clouds in the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncarsia works best with temperatures above 21°C but prefer cool glasshouse conditions below 25°C with 12hr+ daylight hours. Generally, this means introducing Encarsia from mid March to August, although it can be earlier or later with extra heat and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHang cards on lower branches so that they may be in a slightly shady position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e5 cards should give good control for an average conservatory or small greenhouse. If you have a longstanding battle with whitefly follow up the initial treatment with a second introduction one weeks later.  If you have a low lever of whitefly or are using Encarsia as a preventative method then application can be every 2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentifying Whitefly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember whiteflies are nearly always moving. If you see white threads static on tops of the leaves, they are not whitefly but something else - very likely to be shed aphid skins dropped down from developing Aphid under leaves above. Or they could be thrips larvae. They are not \"whitefly\" unless body and wings are a ghostly white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glasshouse whitefly (\u003cem\u003eTrialeurodes vaporariorum\u003c\/em\u003e)is the most common. You can recognise them by their heart-shape profile when looked from above. Tobacco whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) have parallel wings which are longer, and when folded you can still see a strip of their back between the wings. There are up to 50 different species of whitefly in Europe, but from a gardeners point of view they are all plant pests.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Encarsia is very effective for the common glasshouse whitefly, it doesn't work so well for tobacco whitefly. It's therefore worth trying to identify what whitefly you have before treating. If you need any help identifying the whitefly you have then please don't hesitate to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"10 Cards","offer_id":56958965449035,"sku":"sku-40566583066687","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cards","offer_id":56958965481803,"sku":"WFL-E2-CA-20","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 cards","offer_id":56958965514571,"sku":"sku-40566584279103","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 cards","offer_id":56958965547339,"sku":"sku-40189703585855","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/whitefly-control-encarsia-7823644.jpg?v=1775393597"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/collections\/biological-pest-control-7287262.png?v=1775393473","url":"https:\/\/florifi.co.uk\/collections\/biological-pest-control.oembed?page=2","provider":"Florifi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}