Small bag of Aphidalia 100
black aphidalia larvae on a leaf
Small bag of Aphidalia 100
black aphidalia larvae on a leaf

Aphidalia

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Adalia bipunctata – Predatory Beetle

Why is this product not available for direct purchase? This item has a lead time of 10-14 days. To place an order, please contact us at [email protected]. We will confirm your order and provide delivery details for your growing space.

How It Works: Adalia bipunctata larvae feed on aphids, consuming them entirely. 

Target Pests: Controls all stages of aphids.

Best Use: In aphid hotspots.

Shelf Life: within 1-2 days of receipt.

Step 1: Arrival 

Upon arrival, please ensure that you place the product out immediately or within 1-2 days of receipt. Do not store the product in the refrigerator; instead, place the bags in a cool, dark location at around 14°C until use.

Step 2: Placement 

Open the bag and hang it on the plant you want to treat (if it is large, like a tree), or spread the material evenly throughout your growing space using diboxes.

Step 3: Repeat Applications

To keep this predatory insect in your crop, you will want to introduce additional bags on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. 

What to Expect Upon Arrival:

  • Bags will be packed in a protective eco box with ice packs and buffer packs to ensure safe transport.
  • Each bag contains larval predatory insects in a carrier material, along with food for their survival.
  • You may notice little movement upon arrival. This is normal, as the larvae will hide in the buckwheat during transport.
  • You can do a quick check on the bags by downloading this video: Larval Check in Buckwheat

Most of our products contain living organisms; therefore, we must follow specific procedures to guarantee their safe transportation from our door to yours.

  • All orders received before Wednesday (3:00 pm EST) will ship the following week.
  • If there is a holiday the ship day will be delayed one (1) business day.
  • Orders are not shipped or delivered on Sundays or holidays.
  • We do not ship to P.O. boxes. Have your order sent to a physical address or direct to a UPS/Purolator Depot.
  • We do not ship to territories.
  • We do not offer local pickup for any purchases made on our website.

Due to wildlife regulations in Newfoundland and Labrador, we require a copy of your permit to possess & import live wildlife before we can send you beneficial insects. If you are unaware of these regulations please contact [email protected], and we will send you the correct information to reach out to your government.

If you are exempt from any government or provincial taxes, please reach out to [email protected] for more information.

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