Cut flowers

greatly. Important types are: Rose: The rose belongs to the genus Rosa from the Rosaceae family. The flowers of the plant are also called rose. There are [...] from the large family of the Amaryllidaceae, the narcissus family. The Hippeastrum comes from America, from northern Argentina to Mexico and the Caribbean [...] or sold as a pot plant. Freesia : The freesia is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant from the Iridaceae family. The cultivated freesias are graceful

Steinernema carpocapsae

ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Xenorhabdus [...] should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal or piston pumps Water tank temperature

Spical Ulti-Mite

in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] ly or as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should [...] tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Using their piercing

Aphids

large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family [...] and flowers by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out the sap. This can result in stunted growth, curling or distortion of the leaves, yellowing, or [...] Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded, giving rise

Two-spotted spider mite

to the host plant by feeding on plant sap. They mainly occur on the underside of leaves where they pierce the cells and suck out the contents. The empty [...] to loss of the crop. The nymphs and adults also produce webs, and plants can get completely covered with such webs in which the mites live. The webbing and [...] become yellow, and in many plants the damage can also be seen on the upper surface of leaves as small yellow dots. The destruction of cells results in reduced

Rhyzobug

Open the cap and tap the beetles directly on the plants. Be aware that adults may not fly away immediately after release. Dosage The dosage of Rhyzobug [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] holes in the scale cover. Pack size 500 adults. Presentation 90 ml cardboard tube. Carrier Buckwheat hulls. Application Apply Rhyzobug in the evening.

Transeius montdorensis

on the underside of leaves. They are oval, white and have a diameter of approximately 0.14 mm. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs [...] of the cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after in [...] case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop

Citrus thrips

It is the second instar larvae that are responsible for most of the feeding damage, this stage can last 4-6 days. The larva will move towards the shady [...] brown when exposed to the sun later in the season. Severe scarring of fruit can occur up to 13 weeks after petal fall, after which the damage appears as [...] be on the fruit at harvest, so it’s not considered a quarantine risk on fresh fruit exports. We would like to acknowledge the following for the photos

Cryptobug

hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug is [...] and grape mealybug combine with Citripar . Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for

Amblyseius swirskii

shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material [...] often in the axil of veins. They are oval, white and are approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and [...] case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop