• Pollination checklist Natupol Fly

  Natupol Fly once the first fully-grown flies have emerged. Protect the opening for the flies against water. Protect the opening for the flies against heat [...] search in the side effect database for bumblebees (Bombus spp.). Do not release Natupol Fly without preparation if the temperature is below 15 ˚C. The outcome [...] unpredictable and will often take longer than a week. In the event of having to use Natupol Fly at a temperature below 15 ˚C, first mature them in a warm e

• Citrus mealybug

  problem in greenhouse horticulture, and in the tropics and sub-tropics on outdoor crops. The insect causes damage especially in fruit trees and ornamental [...] unfit for sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production. In ornamental crops, the mere presence of [...] threads. Once the eggs are laid, the female shrivels up and dies. The first instar nymph develops from the egg. These first instar nymphs are known as ‘crawlers’

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  position the hives throughout the plot. The number of hives required depends on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Position the hive [...] bumblebees to the area 4-7 days before the flowering period begins. The bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned [...] the hive. Wait for at least 30 minutes before opening the hive doors. The transportation and shaking movements may make the bumblebees restless initially

• Ervibank

  cereal plants from the box and place it on the rock wool in the basket Place the basket in direct light, preferably in a spot where it can remain for 10-12 weeks [...] ervi and Aphelinus abdominalis to build up the population when aphids in the crop are scarce. Natural enemies Use Ervibank for Aphidius ervi and Aphelinus [...] parasitise the wheat aphids ( Sitobion avenae ) present on the cereal planyd and form a large population of parasitic wasps on the cereal plants. The aphid

• Green potted plants

  flowers and ornate red fruits. These plants grow in the shade and need a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils. Skimmia plants are strong and are tolerant [...] popular ornamental plant and usually sold as houseplant. The leaves of the Dieffenbachia have white spots and specks and turn the plant into a decorative [...] About There are many species of green potted plants, the most common are: Ficus Skimmia come in many varieties and are usually used as garden plants, because

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  black, and a black stripe runs behind the eyes. The first part of the forewings is a transparent, soft green with a small black spot in the middle. The hind [...] long and the males between 2.9-3.1 mm. They are slender with long legs and antennae. The bugs are green except for occasional small black markings: the first [...] adults are small, slender predatory bugs with distinctive black markings, while the nymphs are pale green with red eyes. Both adults and nymphs are voracious

• Brown soft scale

  can cover the leaves, flowers and fruit of the host and reduce photosynthesis and respiration. Life cycle and appearance of Brown soft scale The scale of [...] of the scale darkens as the female ages. The size, shape and characteristics of the female also vary with different host plants. The middle of the scale [...] hesperidum is often attended by ants. The ants will clean and protect the coccids and in turn benefit from a rich food source. The honeydew also quickly becomes

• Adalia bipunctata

  maximum 3 bags per tree The dosage of Aphidalia depends on climate and the size of the trees and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start [...] stage: Adalia bipunctata eggs are very small, elongated, and yellowish orange in color. They are typically laid in clusters on the undersides of leaves near [...] larvae are often covered in spiky hairs and move actively on foliage in search of prey. Pupal stage: Adalia bipunctata pupae are stationary and resemble

• Broad mite

  their eggs mainly on the underside of the leaf or on the fruit surface. The elongated, oval eggs are firmly attached to the surface and are rather large (about [...] General The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) occurs in the tropics and in greenhouses in temperate regions. The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) [...] to the damage caused by viruses. The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites

• Onion fly

  death of the onion plant. The roots and leaves are harmed when the onion fly larvae tunnel into the onion bulbs. This damage may decrease the quality of [...] garlic, and onion crops. It is a small fly, measuring between 5 and 7 mm long, with a grayish-yellowish body and clear wings. The eggs are laid by the female [...] onion fly on the young leaves, necks of onion seedlings or in the soil close to the base of onion plants. The onion fly larvae that emerge from the eggs tunnel