{"product_id":"amblyseius-swirskii-prevention-sachets","title":"Amblyseius Swirskii Prevention Sachets","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"shopify-section-template--21941151465714__collapsible_tabs_Xt6GcF\" class=\"shopify-section section-collapsible-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container cc-animate-init cc-animate-in\" data-cc-animate=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"collapsible-tabs__block\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fgmn-atf__tagline\"\u003eIn 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 \u0026amp; 8 while temps are in the 80's and known to be very active.\u003cstrong\u003e Please Do not open the sachet as the Amblyseius will release automatically with time. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"collapsible-tabs__block\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eIf 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. \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"7\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhat to do while it is on the plant?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJust leave the sachets on the plants and do not open; these beneficial mites exit through a pre-engineered vent.\u003c\/span\u003e Unlike specialists that only eat one thing, \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"124\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eswirskii\u003c\/i\u003e 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, \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"40\" data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003eswirskii\u003c\/i\u003e can survive on pollen or supplemental food (like our Good Bug Diet), making them excellent for pre-emptive release. \u003cspan class=\"fgmn-atf__tagline\"\u003eThe ultimate warm-environment patrol that cleans up thrips and whitefly eggs before you even see them! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNo Sprays:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid using oils or foliar sprays while sachets are active. Even organic sprays can clog the sachet vents or harm the predators. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eAfter about 2-4 weeks you can discard the sachet since all of the nematoids have been released into the soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eCan I see the mites working?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eLikely not. \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"41\" data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eA. swirskii\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eAre they safe for pets?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eYes. \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"29\" data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eAmblyseius swirskii\u003c\/i\u003e is 100% non-toxic and safe for humans, pets, and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSORRY, THIS PRODUCT IS NOT FOR SHIPPING.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FGMN NURSERY","offers":[{"title":"Beneficial Bug","offer_id":48230745800943,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/4904\/6465\/files\/amblyseius-swirskii-prevention-sachets-7998190.jpg?v=1778534838","url":"https:\/\/amgardens.com\/products\/amblyseius-swirskii-prevention-sachets","provider":"America's Gardens Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}