Caterpillar & Moth Garden Pack - 1,500 Ladybugs, 1,000 Green Lacewings, & 10k Trichogramma
TARGET PESTS
LARVAE:
As a general predator, green lacewing larvae feed on Aphids, Small Caterpillars, Whiteflies, Mites, Scale, Thrips, Psyllids, Mealybugs, and many other soft-bodied insects.
ADULT:
Adults feed on pollen, honeydew and nectar.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SHIPPED FRESH & QUALITY GUARANTEED
Trichogramma are tiny parasitoids known for their ability to parasitize eggs of various pest insects, particularly moth and butterfly eggs. No larger than the tip of a pencil and measuring only about 0.5-1.5mm in length, they are hard to see without magnification. In agricultural settings, researchers and farmers often use pheromone traps to monitor their presence. Although Trichogramma can vary in color, they are generally yellow or light brown, with a slender elongated body, long thread-like antennae, and delicate iridescent wings. The entire life cycle is relatively short with rapid reproduction and development cycles. Adult females can lay dozens to hundreds of eggs inside hosts, hatching into larvae in about 1-5 days. The larvae will feed on the host as it progresses through development for approximately 5-7 days. When the larvae is fully developed it will pupate inside the host for about another 5-7 days and finally emerge as adults, ready to continue the cycle.CROPS
CROPS
Trichogramma brassicae is the ideal product when targeting the eggs of moths whose larvae are pests of cole crops as well as the European Corn Borer. For use on vegetable, orchards, gardens and field crops
Trichogramma platneri or Trichogramma minutum This is the ideal product for moth control in orchards or tall crop settings.
CROPS
Vegetable Crops
Soft Fruit Crops
Ornamental Crops
Tree Nursery
USAGES
Greenhouses
Interiorscapes
Field Crops
Gardens
Orchards
INTRODUCTION RATES
LADYBUGS
Preventative/Light: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., monthly
Moderate: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., bi-weekly, 2-3 times
Heavy: 1 ladybug per sq. ft., weekly, 2-4 times
GREEN LACEWINGS
1 insect per sq. ft., monthly, as needed.
TRICHOGRAMMA
1 - 2 insects per sq. ft. or 50,000 - 100,000 per acre
weekly during moth flight
Temperature Range: 50-95°F
APPLICATION
LADYBUGS
Introduce indoors at any time, or outdoors in the morning, evening, or on a cloudy day. Avoid direct sunlight.
Introduce multiple times throughout the growing season to stay ahead of the pest life cycle.
GREEN LACEWINGS
Gently disperse eggs and rice hulls into hanging boxes. Hang box on infested plant limb, out of direct sunlight.
Each pack of lacewing eggs in rice hulls will include hanging boxes according to the quantity that was ordered.
TRICHOGRAMMA
- Eggs will hatch within 5 days when kept at 70°F+.
- To introduce, flip the card over (egg side down) and cut with scissors. Do not try to tear.
- OUTDOOR: Thread hole and tie to infested plant. Staple or wedge card in foliage, out of direct sunlight.
INDOOR: Thread hole and tie near infested area.
PRO TIPS
LADYBUGS
- Keep your beneficial insects fed and attract native bugs to your garden or farm with our Good Bug Diet - A food supplement for your good bugs that contains fats, proteins, fiber, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, amino acids, vitamins, lactose, and sucrose.
- Introduce beneficial insects to your houseplants and potted plants with our Beneficial Insect Netting! No need to worry about your ladybugs flying around your home or grow room.
- Proper identification of the pest species is important. Monitoring the crop closely and introducing beneficial insects early will help in control pest populations.
- Pesticides, even wetting agents, and spreader-stickers may adversely affect beneficial insects' survival. Broad spectrum and systemic insecticides are toxic.
GREEN LACEWINGS & TRICHOGRAMMA
- Ants will feed on lacewing and trichogramma eggs. If ants are present, be sure to control the infestation before releasing, or hatch eggs indoors in packaging before releasing.
STORAGE
LADYBUGS
For best results, introduce immediately upon receipt. If storage is necessary, store at 36-45°F in original packaging for no longer than 14 days.
GREEN LACEWINGS
For best results, introduce immediately upon receipt. If storage is necessary, store at 39-46°F for no longer than 48 hours. Store out of direct sunlight. Do not freeze.
TRICHOGRAMMA
If pupae storage is necessary, store pupae at 39-46°F for no longer than 72 hours.
DISCLAIMER
STORE POLICIES
Thank you for shopping with us! Before placing an order, please review our policies on Shipping & Processing, Live Delivery Guarantee, and Returns/Replacements. By completing your purchase, you agree to these terms.
We do not provide recommendations on pesticide use. Any product purchased is intended for home use only and not for commercial use.
At NaturesGoodGuys, we are committed to delivering healthy, high-quality beneficial insects to support your gardening success. If your insects arrive non-viable, contact us within 48 hours of delivery at info@naturesgoodguys.com with your order number and a detailed description of the issue. Photos of the insects and packaging may be required. Our team will assess the situation and work toward a suitable resolution.
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- The "Live Delivery Guarantee applies only to the condition of the insects upon delivery and does not cover loss due to incorrect storage or later perish-ability.
- We evaluate eligibility on a a case-by-case basis, considering factors like species, hatching times, and temperature conditions.
- Replacements are processed and shipped on Wednesdays & Thursdays only.
UPON DELIVERY
- Open your package immediately and check for storage instructions. Some insects require refrigeration, and improper storage voids the guarantee.
- Ice packs are not expected to remain frozen upon arrival—they are only used to help regulate temperature and moisture during transit.
- Some insects may appear inactive at first. Allow time for them to adjust before assessing viability. Many species require magnification to be seen clearly.
SHIPPING CONSIDERATIONS
- Some species or quantities have limited shipping options to ensure short transit times for viability.
- If you are concerned about insect health during transit, we recommend selecting overnight shipping to reduce stress and improve survival rates.
We do our best to keep all products in stock, but nature doesn’t always follow our schedule! Because we work with the natural reproductive cycles of living organisms, occasional delays may occur.
Some insects are harvested on specific days, and at times, a harvest may be delayed. If this happens, we will ship your order as soon as possible and notify you via email or phone if there is a significant delay.
SEASONAL & WEATHER DELAYS
Extreme weather and seasonal conditions can impact shipping times and the viability of live insects. To ensure the best possible arrival, we may delay shipments during severe heat waves, cold spells, or other extreme conditions. If your order is affected, we will hold it temporarily and ship when conditions improve. You will be notified via email or phone if there is a significant delay.
CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS
Due to our high order volume, any changes or cancellations must be requested within 30 minutes of placing your order. If your order has already entered production, we will do our best to accommodate your request, but we cannot guarantee modifications or cancellations at that stage.
RETURNS & REPLACEMENTS
If you receive an item that is damaged, defective, or incorrect, please contact us immediately upon receiving your shipment so we can resolve the issue. Replacements may be issued if the order qualifies under our Live Delivery Guarantee. Eligibility is determined by our customer support team.
WHEN REPLACEMENTS ARE NOT COVERED
While we are happy to replace damaged, lost, or incorrect packages, we cannot replace orders in the following situations:
INCORRECT SHIPPING INFORMATION
- If an incorrect address was entered at checkout, we cannot replace the order.
- If you notice an address error before your order has been processed, contact us immediately so we can attempt to correct it.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW STORAGE & USE INSTRUCTIONS
- Each order includes detailed instructions on proper storage and use, which are also available on our website.
- Failure to follow these instructions, or using a product incorrectly, may result in unsatisfactory results.
- Our customer service team will assess whether proper handling steps were followed before considering a claim.
DELAYED PACKAGE RETRIEVAL
- If a package is left outside, in a mailbox, or returned to the post office due to the recipient being unavailable at delivery, this can stress or kill live insects.
- We do not replace orders that perish due to delayed retrieval.
- Tracking information is provided for all shipments—please ensure you are available to receive your order.