{"product_id":"hypoaspis-mites-stratiolaelaps-scimitus","title":"Hypoaspis mites (Stratiolaelaps scimitus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHypoaspis (also known as  \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStratiolaelaps scimitus) are m\u003c\/em\u003eobile predatory mites that feed on sciarid fly larvae and other 'soil' pests including springtails, thrips pupae, root weevils, root aphids and root mealybug. They will also control overwintering spider mites. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mites are small, barely visible to the naked eye, and have a light brown to tan colour. They are beneficial because they feed on a variety of harmful pests, including fungus gnats, thrips larvae, root aphids, and other small insects and mites that reside in the soil. These predatory mites are particularly effective in controlling pests in the early stages of their life cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen introduced into the soil or growing media of plants, the mites actively search for prey, consuming the pest larvae and eggs, thus helping to reduce their populations and prevent potential damage to crops. They are considered a safe and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides, making them a valuable tool in integrated pest management strategies.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in 2 sizes, place your order by 10am Monday for delivery later in the week.  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ladybirdplantcare.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Small (10000 mites)","offer_id":56958964465995,"sku":"HYO-TU-S","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (25000 mites)","offer_id":56958964498763,"sku":"HYO-TU-M","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8101\/6651\/files\/hypoaspis-mites-stratiolaelaps-scimitus-2116602.jpg?v=1775393597","url":"https:\/\/florifi.co.uk\/products\/hypoaspis-mites-stratiolaelaps-scimitus","provider":"Florifi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}