Spider Mite Control

There are over 1,200 species of spider mite in the world. However, the two-spotted spider mite is the most common spider mite.

Two-spotted spider mites are easily identified by the two "spots" on their back. These mites feed on the underside of leaves causing the stippling damage. In addition, spider mite activity is visible in the tight webs that are formed under leaves and along stems. Spider mites thrive in high heat and low humidity. 

So what works best for Spider Mite control?...

 

There are many species of predatory mites used for spider mite control; however, the most common are Phytoseiulus persimilis and Neoseiulus californicus. P. persimilis strictly feeds on two-spotted spider mites, which makes it a curative treatment. Neoseiulus fallacis, Amblyseius cucumeris, Amblyseius andersoni, and Amblyseius swirskii are also great options for spider mite control. 

 

Phytoseiulus persimilisTwo-Spotted Spider Mites. 


Neoseiulus californicus:
 Two Spotted Spider Mites, Broad Mites, Cyclamen Mites, Russet Mites, Rust Mites. 

Neoseiulus fallacis:
 European Red Mite, Two-Spotted Spider Mites, Spruce Spider Mites and Southern Red Mites, Broad Mites, Rust Mites and Cyclamen Mites.

Amblyseius cucumerisWestern Flower Thrips, Onion Thrips, Cyclamen Mites, Broad Mites, Rust Mites, Two-Spotted Spider Mites and Russet Hemp Mites.

Amblyseius andersoniBroad Mites, Cyclamen Mites, Russet Hemp Mites and Two-Spotted Spider Mites.

Amblyseius swirskii: Broad Mites, Russet Hemp Mites, Thrips, Whiteflies, Spider Mites, Tarsonemid Mites.