Aphidius colemani | Small Bodied Aphid Control

Target Pests Green peach aphids, melon/cotton aphids, black bean aphids, and other small-bodied aphid species. Product Description These tiny parasitic wasps seek out and lay eggs inside small aphids, turning them into golden "mummies". If you are not sure which type of aphid, try our Aphid Double Mix or Triple Mix for broad coverage, or Aphidius ervi for larger species. Crops Vegetables · Soft Fruit · Ornamentals · Tree Nurseries Usages Greenhouses · Indoor Facilities · Field Crops · Gardens Introduction Rates Release 1–5 insects per 10 sq. ft., weekly, for 2–3 weeks Temperature range: 50–86°F Rates are general guidelines. Actual needs vary by pest species, plant, and infestation level. Monitor both pests and released insects to gauge success. Application Sprinkle gently onto affected plants (never directly on soil). Leave the container open on its side for 24 hours so stragglers can emerge. Keep contents dry and undisturbed for a few days. Pro Tips Try our Hanging Release Boxes to concentrate wasps on infested areas while keeping them dry and mess-free.  Look for round-holed golden mummies on leaves within 10–14 days — your sign the wasps are working. Remove yellow sticky traps for the first few days so you don't accidentally catch your new allies. Hatching begins within 5 days. Release adults right away once they emerge.