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Amblyseius Swirskii Prevention Sachets - America's Gardens Nursery

Amblyseius Swirskii Prevention Sachets

$3.00

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Description

In an effort to move more toward beneficial and natural alternatives to chemical use, you may see sachets hanging from several of our plants that are being sold. Believe it or not, these beneficial contain predatory mites (don't worry when you hear "mites" in this case). These are safe preventative control for nuisance whiteflies, thrips and bad other pesty mites and are heavy hitters for room, humid growing areas which is perfect for our zone 7 & 8 while temps are in the 80's and known to be very active. Please Do not open the sachet as the Amblyseius will release automatically with time. 

If you’ve fought off thrips or broad mites before, you already know the drill: they are microscopic, sneaky, and nearly impossible to spot until the damage is done. Amblyseius swirskii is the generalist predator you want in your corner to make sure it doesn't get that far again. These slow-release sachets contain a breeding colony of mites that patrol your plants for up to 4 weeks, consuming the microscopic eggs and larvae of pests before they can grow into a visible problem.

What to do while it is on the plant?

Just leave the sachets on the plants and do not open; these beneficial mites exit through a pre-engineered vent. Unlike specialists that only eat one thing, swirskii has a wide appetite. Each sachet acts as a mini-nursery, releasing eggs, juveniles, and adults continuously over 2–4 weeks. As they exit the sachet, they disperse across the canopy, hunting for soft-bodied prey in the earliest stages of development. In the absence of pests, swirskii can survive on pollen or supplemental food (like our Good Bug Diet), making them excellent for pre-emptive release. The ultimate warm-environment patrol that cleans up thrips and whitefly eggs before you even see them! No Sprays: Avoid using oils or foliar sprays while sachets are active. Even organic sprays can clog the sachet vents or harm the predators. 

After about 2-4 weeks you can discard the sachet since all of the nematoids have been released into the soil. 

Can I see the mites working?

Likely not. A. swirskii are tiny (less than 1mm), fast-moving, and often hide on the undersides of leaves. Trust the process—if you aren't seeing new pest damage, they are doing their job.

Are they safe for pets?

Yes. Amblyseius swirskii is 100% non-toxic and safe for humans, pets, and pollinators.

SORRY, THIS PRODUCT IS NOT FOR SHIPPING.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

In an effort to move more toward beneficial and natural alternatives to chemical use, you may see sachets hanging from several of our plants that are being sold. Believe it or not, these beneficial contain predatory mites (don't worry when you hear "mites" in this case). These are safe preventative control for nuisance whiteflies, thrips and bad other pesty mites and are heavy hitters for room, humid growing areas which is perfect for our zone 7 & 8 while temps are in the 80's and known to be very active. Please Do not open the sachet as the Amblyseius will release automatically with time. 

If you’ve fought off thrips or broad mites before, you already know the drill: they are microscopic, sneaky, and nearly impossible to spot until the damage is done. Amblyseius swirskii is the generalist predator you want in your corner to make sure it doesn't get that far again. These slow-release sachets contain a breeding colony of mites that patrol your plants for up to 4 weeks, consuming the microscopic eggs and larvae of pests before they can grow into a visible problem.

What to do while it is on the plant?

Just leave the sachets on the plants and do not open; these beneficial mites exit through a pre-engineered vent. Unlike specialists that only eat one thing, swirskii has a wide appetite. Each sachet acts as a mini-nursery, releasing eggs, juveniles, and adults continuously over 2–4 weeks. As they exit the sachet, they disperse across the canopy, hunting for soft-bodied prey in the earliest stages of development. In the absence of pests, swirskii can survive on pollen or supplemental food (like our Good Bug Diet), making them excellent for pre-emptive release. The ultimate warm-environment patrol that cleans up thrips and whitefly eggs before you even see them! No Sprays: Avoid using oils or foliar sprays while sachets are active. Even organic sprays can clog the sachet vents or harm the predators. 

After about 2-4 weeks you can discard the sachet since all of the nematoids have been released into the soil. 

Can I see the mites working?

Likely not. A. swirskii are tiny (less than 1mm), fast-moving, and often hide on the undersides of leaves. Trust the process—if you aren't seeing new pest damage, they are doing their job.

Are they safe for pets?

Yes. Amblyseius swirskii is 100% non-toxic and safe for humans, pets, and pollinators.

SORRY, THIS PRODUCT IS NOT FOR SHIPPING.

Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.