Attracting Beneficial Insects, A Green Alternative

Got some problems with damaging insects that like to destroy your plants? Instead of resorting to synthetic insecticides that have rippling effects in our environment, why not attract beneficial, pest-fighting insects to do that work for you?

How does it work?

Through years of scientific research, it is shown that when attacked - plants will give off compounds that signal to other plants that danger is near. This compound also gives off a scent that attracts the natural predator of the insect or mite to help defend the plant. Using this knowledge and controlled experiments, scientists have been able to identify the various compounds plant species give off when in distress and artificially imitate their signals - developing a biological pest control for crops and plants in the landscape. 

To get the process started, you will inconspicuously place a controlled release pack on the plant. The pack will release effective rates of the attractant for 4 weeks, luring the beneficial predator to the plant, thereby controlling the enemy pests. Use one-pack per fruit tree or 1 pack per 300 square feet.

 What kind of insects does it attract? 

Good question! It attracts:

• Lacewing: larva preys on mites, aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies and caterpillars to name a few (eggs included). Each larva can kill 30-50 aphids per day. 
• Syrphids: larva feed on all soft-bodied insects and can devour 200-800 aphids in a 7-10 day period. 
• Lady beetle: preys on beetle eggs/larva, aphids, mites, crawlers, scales, and caterpillars