Parasitizes multiple armored scale species for broad-spectrum control
Biological method reduces reliance on synthetic pesticides
Active between 55°F and 95°F for year-round use
Suitable for both outdoor and indoor applications
Easy release instructions for greenhouse, nursery, and ornamental crops
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Aphytis melinus is a parasitic wasp that attacks and kills hard scale. 5,000 in tub.
Description
Aphytis melinus will parasitize several species of armored scale such as California red scale, latania scale, San Jose scale and oleander scale. Aphytis feeds on and oviposits in immature scales, preferring virgin adult female scales. This ben
Quantity
5,000 live wasps per tub
Application Method
Release 1-6 per square foot of crop canopy, bi-weekly
Release Time
Dusk or when windows are covered
Temperature Range
55°F to 95°F
Shipping
Shipped fresh as adults, shipped by FedEx Ground within Washington, FedEx Express elsewhere in the USA