Mealybug Predator Larvae - Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Bottles) tauruus soil temperatures must be above

soil temperatures must be above 10℃ (Slug Killer Nematodes can be applied in conditions upwards from 5℃)

The predators will change from a white to red colouring as soon as they start feeding

will simply consume huge quantities of Aphids

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a living creature and can be affected by any chemical pesticides used within the previous few weeks

The Pea & Bean Weevil (Sitona lineatus) is a common pest found within Broad Bean and Pea crops

Mealybug Predator Larvae - Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Bottles) tauruus soil temperatures must be aboveWhat Are Mealybugs? Mealybugs are a serious pest of many plants and crops, especially ornamental crops and plant collections. They get their name because female Mealybugs are covered in a white waxy material. Underneath this layer, they are often pink or yellow. Mealybugs are sapsuckers and will extract large amounts of sap from plants, which causes stunted growth and yellowing of leaves. They also produce large amounts of honeydew and leave large