NaturesGoodGuys Hypoaspis Miles(Stratiolaelaps scimitus), are native, soil-dwelling predatory mites. They offer knockdown and preventative control of soil dwelling life stages of pests such as fungus gnats, root aphids, and thrips larvae. They also target parasitic mites that live on animals such as reptiles, poultry, and small mammals.
Target Pests: Fungus Gnats, Thrips, Some Shore Flies, Mites, Root Mealybugs, Springtails, Poultry Mites, Snake Mites, Bulb Mites, & many other pest species.
Small Area: 10-30 mites per sq. ft., weekly or bi-weekly as needed.
Large Area: 25,000 mites per 1,000 sq. ft., weekly or bi-weekly as needed.
Temperature Range: 50-96° F.
Introduction Method: Use indoors or outdoors by gently dispersing contents onto desired areas.
Shipping: Cylinder cardboard container.
Storage: For best results, introduce immediately upon receipt. If storage is necessary, store at 45-55°F for no longer than 24 hours. Store out of direct sunlight. Do not freeze.
HOW BENEFICIAL INSECTS WORK
Beneficial Insects Hunt or Parasitize Pest Insects
Target Pests Without Harming Plants
Part of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Program
• Fungus Gnats, Thrips, Some Shore Flies, Mites, Root Mealybugs, Springtails, Poultry Mites, Snake Mites, Bulb Mites, & many other pest species