Indoor Garden Pack — For Thrips, Whiteflies, Aphids & Fungus Gnats
1,000 Green Lacewing Eggs + 25 A. cucumeris Sachets + 25 A. swirskii Sachets + 5M Triple Blend Nematodes + 5 Good Bug Supplemental Diet Cards
Complete biological pest control for indoor houseplants, grow rooms and greenhouses.
Indoor plants miss out on the natural help an outdoor garden gets. No birds, wild ladybugs or passing wasps find their way inside. When thrips, whiteflies, aphids or fungus gnats arrive on a new plant or through an open window, nothing slows them down. The Indoor Garden Pack brings in that missing crew: four natural predators covering leaves, leaf undersides and potting mix, plus a backup food supply that keeps them established when pests are scarce.
What’s Inside & How Far It Goes
| Product | Quantity | Target Pests | Coverage | Frequency |
| Green lacewing eggs in rice hulls (Chrysoperla rufilabris) | 1,000 eggs | Aphids, whiteflies, mealybugs, thrips and mites on foliage | 1 per sq. ft. | Monthly (light), every 2 weeks (moderate), weekly (heavy) |
| Amblyseius cucumeris slow-release sachets | 25 sachets | Young thrips larvae, broad and cyclamen mites, in cooler conditions | 1 per plant, or 1 per 3–6 sq. ft. where plants touch | Every 2–4 weeks |
| Amblyseius swirskii slow-release sachets | 25 sachets | Young thrips larvae, whitefly eggs and nymphs, in warmer conditions | 1 per plant, or 1 per 3–6 sq. ft. where plants touch | Every 2–4 weeks |
| Triple Blend beneficial nematodes (Hb + Sc + Sf) | 5 million | Fungus gnat larvae, thrips pupae, root aphids and other soil-stage pests | Up to 1,250 sq. ft. preventive, 250 sq. ft. heavy | Every 3–4 weeks for fungus gnats and other recurring pests |
| Good Bug Supplemental Diet Cards | 5 cards | Backup food that keeps the predatory mites established when pests are scarce | 1 card per plant | Every 10 weeks |
Allergy information: Good Bug Supplemental Diet Cards contain shellfish (Artemia).
These are general starting points. Actual application should be adjusted based on pest pressure and species, plant type, and infestation severity. Check plants regularly to see how the program is working.
How the Pack Works Together
Leaves and stems. Lacewing larvae, known as “aphid lions,” are the pack’s active hunters. For two to three weeks after hatching, each larva roams the foliage grabbing aphids, whitefly nymphs, mealybugs, thrips, mite eggs and other soft-bodied pests.
Leaf undersides. A. cucumeris and A. swirskii are tiny generalist predatory mites. They patrol leaf undersides and veins, which is where thrips and whiteflies lay their eggs. Each sachet holds a small breeding colony that releases predators gradually over two to four weeks. Between outbreaks, the Good Bug Supplemental Diet Cards feed the mites with nutrient-rich brine shrimp (Artemia) eggs, so the mites are already in place in case the next wave of pests arrive.
Potting mix. Thrips larvae drop into the soil to pupate, and fungus gnats spend their whole larval stage there. The Triple Blend Mix puts three nematode species to work below the surface:
- Steinernema carpocapsae (Sc) waits at the surface.
- Steinernema feltiae (Sf) searches the top few inches.
- Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (Hb) ranges deeper toward the roots.
Together with the mites, this breaks the thrips cycle at both ends: larvae on the leaves, pupae in the soil.
Target Pests
On the foliage:
- Aphids
- Whiteflies, including greenhouse and tobacco whitefly (eggs and young nymphs)
- Thrips larvae, including western flower, onion and greenhouse thrips
- Broad and cyclamen mites; spider mites (light pressure)
- Mealybugs and scale (crawler stage)
- Psyllids; small caterpillars; and many other insect eggs and soft-bodied stages.
In the soil:
- Fungus gnat larvae
- Thrips pupae
- Root aphids
- Shore fly larvae
- Other soil-dwelling larvae such as grubs, weevils and root maggots
When to Use
The pack works best for prevention or at the first signs of trouble. Good times to use it are when you bring new plants home, start a grow cycle, or move plants indoors for winter. It’s also a good time when you first notice silvery thrips scars, a few whiteflies, or gnats hovering over the soil.
Indoor pests don’t go dormant, so plan on replacing sachets and repeating releases through the year. For a heavy, established infestation, add one of the partners under Pairing Options.
Application Instructions
Predatory mite sachets (on arrival)
- Hang each sachet inside the canopy, out of direct sunlight.
- Don’t cut or open it; the mites leave through the built-in opening.
- Keep sachets from drying out, but avoid spots where they’ll stay soaked, since constant dampness can encourage mold.
Triple Blend nematodes (on arrival, or refrigerate unopened for up to 30 days)
- Water the potting mix first. Nematodes move through water, so dry soil stops them from reaching their targets.
- Mix the 5 million nematodes into 1–5 gallons of water at 59–69°F, and use the solution within 1–2 hours.
- Pour it evenly over the soil surface with a watering can.
- Water lightly afterward, and keep the mix moist (not waterlogged) for two weeks.
Green lacewing eggs (at hatching)
- Keep the eggs in their packaging until they turn from green to dark gray or lavender, or until the first tiny larvae begin to move.
- Pour the eggs and rice hulls into the included hanging boxes, and hang the boxes on infested plants out of direct sunlight.
Good Bug Supplemental Diet Cards (on arrival)
Hang one card per plant, starting with the plants where you hung mite sachets.
Temperature & Humidity Range
Indoor temperatures shift with the seasons, the time of day, and how close a plant sits to a grow light or a drafty window. That’s why the pack includes two predatory mites.
- A. cucumeris: 54–80°F with 65–75% humidity, covering cool rooms, cool nights and winter windowsills. Its eggs are sensitive to dry air.
- A. swirskii: 68°F to the mid-90s, best at 70–85°F. It tolerates drier air and adds whitefly control.
Most homes, grow tents and sunrooms fall in the 68–80°F range where the two overlap. Running both keeps thrips coverage in place whichever way the thermostat moves.
Green lacewings: eggs hatch in 4–7 days at 70–77°F, faster when warmer and slower when cooler. Larvae are active from 54°F to 95°F, with peak activity at 59–82°F.
Triple Blend nematodes: need soil consistently above 53°F (indoor potting mix almost always is), kept moist.
Heating can dry indoor air sharply in winter. In dry rooms, use a humidifier or mist foliage lightly before releases and to keep sachets from drying out.
Pairing Options
For heavier or more specialized problems:
Orius insidiosus (Minute Pirate Bug): adult thrips as well as larvae
Phytoseiulus persimilis or Neoseiulus californicus: established spider mites
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Mealybug Destroyer): heavier mealybug loads
Lindorus lophanthae or Aphytis melinus: established scale, which lacewing larvae won’t clear
Encarsia formosa or Eretmocerus eremicus: heavy whitefly pressure
Hypoaspis miles (Stratiolaelaps scimitus): a second line of defense against fungus gnats at the soil surface
Safe, Sustainable Pest Management
- Natural biological control with no pesticide residue
- Safe around people and pets. None of the predators bite or feed on plants, and their populations decline naturally once pests run out.
- Compatible with existing IPM programs
- No mixing chemicals, spraying pesticides or protective equipment required
Storage
- Mite sachets: if a short delay is unavoidable, keep them out of direct sunlight at 50–59°F for no more than 24 hours. Never freeze.
- Lacewing eggs: if you can’t release them as they start graying, keep them in a cool, dark place at 50–60°F for up to 48 hours.
- Triple Blend nematodes: the ice pack may feel warm on arrival, and the product remains effective. Refrigerate the unopened package at 36–45°F, in the dark, for up to 30 days. Do not freeze.
- Diet cards: store below 68°F in a dry place. Shelf life is 3 years.
FAQs
Do I release everything on the same day?
Not necessarily. Hang the sachets and diet cards on arrival. Apply the nematodes then, or within 30 days. Release the lacewings once the eggs turn gray, which takes a few days to about two weeks depending on temperature.
Will lacewings fly around my house?
The larvae do the pest control, and they don’t fly. Any that complete their life cycle become slender green adults. The adults feed on nectar and pollen, are harmless to people and pets, and tend to drift toward windows and lights.
Can I use neem oil or insecticidal soap with this pack?
Not while predators are on your plants. These sprays kill predatory mites and lacewing larvae on contact, and some stay harmful after drying. Follow the label’s precautions and wait until it’s safe for beneficials. The nematodes live in the soil and are less sensitive, but keep soil applications and sprays a few days apart.
How long until I see results?
Nematodes start working immediately, with visible drops in pest numbers within 5–7 days. The mites and lacewings work gradually, so you’ll notice fewer thrips scars, whitefly nymphs and aphids before you spot the predators. Yellow or blue sticky cards make it easy to track adult pests.
Can I use the Indoor Garden Pack outdoors?
Yes. Outdoors, release A. swirskii once nights stay above 60°F. Apply nematodes early in the morning, late in the evening or on a cloudy day, since direct sunlight kills them.