• Rose

  refers to the flowers the plant bears. There are more than one hundred rose species and thousands of different cultivars. The rose is a woody, perennial plant [...] the rose plant can vary in shape and size, but are often ornate and bright coloured. Colours range from white to yellow, pink and orange to red, the most

• Spider mites and other mites

  about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found in a wide variety of habitats, from forests [...] spider mites are typically less than 1 millimeter in size, and range in color from pale yellow to green, brown, or red. They have eight legs and are closely [...] spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory mites Predatory bugs Predatory

• Using Predatory Mites, but still having Thrips Issues? Close the Gap in your Thrips Control Program

  July 16, 2024

  viruses. Thrips eggs are deposited into the leaf tissue, flowers, or in the soft parts of stems, hiding them from natural enemies. From here they will hatch [...] approach that targets the different thrips life stages is the most common issue in failed thrips control programs. Thrips are a widespread threat in most [...] or Anthurium Thrips (Chaetanaphothrips orchidii) are all common examples of these larger species that are not controlled by typical predatory mite/Orius

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  insects are prevalent pests in greenhouses and grow rooms across Canada. Worldwide there are over 7000 species, coming in a small array of colors from white [...] Some are predators or harmless pollen and fungal feeders, but the most notable are those found feeding on plants. These, 25 or so species, are some of [...] the thrips are light-colored or dark-colored. Larva color, movement, behavior, damage, and how the population is distributed on the plant are also important

• Caterpillars

  more than 150,000 species, that are easily distinguishable from other insects. Many of the butterfly species that are active during the day can be strikingly [...] yield. Solutions for caterpillar control Learn more about What are caterpillars? Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. Butterflies and moths [...] strikingly colourful while moth flying at night are usually inconspicuously brownish are greyish. Adult butterflies do not damage crops. Most of them feed

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  They survive as oospores. From these oospores or surviving mycelium sporangia are formed, structures in which zoospores are produced. However, in downy [...] nutrients from the living plant cells. The pathogens continue to grow inside the leaves and after a while new spore-bearing structures are protruding from the [...] the stomata. Because there are more stomata on the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose

• Viridis PRO

  for space and nutrients. How does Viridis Pro work? Viridis PRO is composed of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria) from the genus Bacillus that [...] Test the effect on a small number of samples before use; Results may vary from one site to another. Apply the Viridis PRO working solution as a spray for [...] for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer and/or under different conditions than recommended.

• Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

  April 25, 2024

  annual applications are essential. However, achieving complete eradication may be challenging, as widespread participation from all residents in the [...] cloudy/rainy day. Avoid combining with chemicals as nematodes are vulnerable to different pesticides. Check our side effects app for more information on [...] risk to honeybees, beneficial insects, and aquatic life, depending on how you are using this product, so please follow the proper guidelines before applying

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  the best conditions are for pollination. Of course, these are approximations and should only serve as a guideline. There are differences between varieties [...] shade from the crop. If needed, provide additional shading 5 of the walkways. Protecting the hives from direct sunlight can make a difference of 2-15° [...] fluctuating yields that result in overall lower production. Differences in cultivars There are also upper limits for the 24-hour temperature, above which

• Bumblebee pollination

  biodiversity and the overall health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators? Bumblebees are very effective and efficient pollinators as they visit [...] which is often required in various fruit or seed crops. Bumblebees are active from early morning till late at night and also at relatively low temperatures [...] of scientific institutes and universities ensure we are geared for the future. With feedback from customers and local trials at numerous locations, Natupol