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Mealybug Destroyer (Cryptolaemus montrouzieri) Both the larval and adult stages of this predator attack all stages of mealybugs. If food is scarce they will eat soft scales and aphids. Cryptolaemus are shipped as adults and are most effective in high infestations. Optimal conditions are 61-91 degrees F with a relative humidity between 70-80%. If not released immediately, store at room temperature. Application rates: 5/infested plant; 500-5,000/acre. First release should be in early spring. Larval stage 13-17 days. Pupae stage 7-10 days. Adult stage 15-25 days.

Cryptolaemus MUST be shipped Overnight. Cryptolaemus typically ships on Wednesday, for Thursday delivery. 114711 25 Mealybug Destroyer $24.50 114720 50 Mealybug Destroyer $34.50 114721 100 Mealybug Destroyer $44.50 114731 250 Mealybug Destroyer $89.90 114742 500 Mealybug Destroyer $159.00 114751 1,000 Mealybug Destroyer $225.00 114771 5,000 Mealybug Destroyer $810.00 114781 10,000 Mealybug Destroyer $1580.00 Select 25 50 100 250 500 1,000 5,000 10,000 qty: Request by Thursday noon for shipment the following week via FedEx Overnight. Cart orders that have anything other than Overnight shipping will be automatically upgraded. Permit required for shipment to Hawaii and many countries outside the USA. "Live & perishable product sales, once shipped are final, non-cancelable and non-refundable, unless approved by a Biocontrol Network officer." More Information about - Cryptolaemus montrouzieri Biological Control of Pink Hibiscus Mealybugs