Neem oil & predatory mites: The ideal combination for plant care when dealing with thrips & spider mites.
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FAQ Predatory mites
Do you have questions about our products, their application, or shipping? Here you will find the most important answers at a glance. If anything remains unclear, please feel free to contact us!
Predatory mites are microscopic, beneficial arachnids that specifically combat pests like spider mites, thrips, or fungus gnat larvae – entirely without chemicals.
Depending on the species, predatory mites combat pests including spider mites, thrips, fungus gnat larvae, and other sap-sucking or soil-dwelling pests.
No, predatory mites are completely harmless to people, pets, and plants. They do not sting or bite and do not cause allergies.
Predatory mites actively search for prey, such as spider mites or larvae, and eat them. This provides natural and sustainable pest control.
About 10 days after applying the Green Guardia predatory mites, a significant reduction in the infestation can already be seen. After another week, you should inspect your plants more closely: if you find more bright orange-red predatory mites on the leaves than greenish-yellow, black-spotted spider mites, the control is successful.
To determine if your plants are free of bulb mites, look for leaves that no longer show fine webbing and notice if the plant looks healthier overall. The absence of small, yellowish spots on the leaves is also a good sign. In the case of thrips, you can recognize the success by the fact that there are no more silvery feeding marks or dark droppings to be seen on the leaves.
Within 2 to 3 weeks, your plants will be nearly free of thrips, spider mites, bulb mites, and broad mites.
Yes, especially in vulnerable areas like greenhouses or for sensitive plants, preventive use can be sensible.
Green Guardia predatory mites are delivered in an envelope directly to your mailbox. Even for orders that include other products, we ship our predatory mites in a separate envelope. This ensures a fast and safe delivery.
For this reason, unfortunately, the predatory mites cannot be delivered to parcel lockers.
Yes, predatory mites can easily survive for up to 15 days inside the bags, even in freezing temperatures. The bags contain prey that provides the predatory mites with food during transport. This way, they are well protected and ready for use as soon as they reach you!
Yes, live predatory mites should be released as soon as possible after receipt. Storage is only possible for a short time in the refrigerator at 8–10 °C.
Yes, we also ship predatory mites abroad.
Shipping information
- Fresh shipping: Orders from Monday to Friday by 5:00 AM are shipped fresh daily.
- Weekend orders: Orders placed after Friday at 5:00 AM are shipped the following Monday to guarantee the freshest beneficial organisms.
The mites survive even at freezing temperatures, but their activity slows down. A warmer environment accelerates their effect.
Additionally, it can help to gently breathe on the mites to activate them with warmth.
For loose material, the carrier material is sprinkled directly onto the infested plants or the soil. The bag variant is hung directly on the affected plants. Avoid direct sunlight during application.
As a rule, one application is sufficient. In case of heavy infestation or unfavorable conditions, a follow-up treatment after 7–14 days may be sensible.
When you buy our Green Guardia predatory mites, we recommend releasing the beneficial organisms directly upon arrival – ideally on the evening of the delivery day or the following morning. The predatory mites can be stored in the refrigerator at 10 °C for a maximum of one day. Make sure not to use chemical plant protection products for 6 weeks prior to using the predatory mites. For long-term pest control, the application of predatory mites can be repeated as needed. Additionally, we offer sachets that can be easily hung on the plant or sprinkled.
In the sachets, there are prey animals in addition to the predatory mites, so the mites often have enough food and do not leave the bag immediately. This is completely normal and not a sign that they are not active.
If the food source is missing, the predatory mites die off after some time or wander away. They leave no traces or damage behind.
Yes, many predatory mite species can be well combined with other beneficial organisms like nematodes or parasitic wasps. We are happy to advise you on the best combination.
Yes, our Green Guardia predatory mites are harmless to humans and pets. They can also be used on edible crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and much more.
An overdose of our predatory mites is not possible. These beneficial insects are designed to efficiently combat pests without harming your plants. Rely on our predatory mites for a sustainable and safe solution against pests!
Since these are living organisms, a return or exchange is excluded. However, we are happy to help if you encounter any problems.
Yes, predatory mites are considered biological pest controllers and are also approved for use in organic farming.
The carrier material (e.g., vermiculite) can be safely spread in the garden or disposed of in the household waste. The hanging sachets belong in the general waste.
Yes, our customer service is at your side with professional advice. Simply send us a photo or a description of your problem – we are happy to help you further.