Lacewings (CHRYSOforce™ R)

If you only stock one all-purpose predator, make it the green lacewing. Its larvae — nicknamed “aphid lions” — devour just about every soft-bodied pest in the canopy, and they're as affordable as biocontrol gets.

Shop green lacewings for aphid control and far more: CHRYSOforce R lacewing larvae attack aphids, mites, thrips, mealybugs, scale crawlers, whitefly eggs, and small caterpillars. When you buy lacewing larvae, you get a hard-hitting generalist for outbreaks and mixed pest pressure.

Why choose green lacewings

Lacewing larvae are aggressive generalists that clean up heavy infestations fast, reach pests other beneficials miss, leave no residue, and are safe for people and pollinators — a flexible workhorse in any IPM program.

How to use them

Release eggs or larvae directly onto infested foliage and spread them evenly across hot spots. Larvae feed for one to two weeks before pupating, so reapply for sustained pressure on persistent pests.

What's in this collection

• CHRYSOforce R eggs (on cards or loose) for economical, broad coverage.
• CHRYSOforce R larvae (hexcell, bottle, or bulk) for immediate predation.
• CHRYSOforce R adults to seed an egg-laying population.

Frequently asked questions

What do lacewings eat?

Lacewing larvae devour aphids, spider mites, thrips, mealybugs, scale crawlers, whitefly eggs, and small caterpillars.

Are lacewings good for the garden?

Yes — they're powerful, broad-spectrum predators that are safe for people and pollinators and excellent for knocking down soft-bodied pest outbreaks.

How do I release lacewing eggs and larvae?

Distribute them evenly onto infested plants as soon as they arrive; larvae begin feeding immediately, so target hot spots directly.

Do lacewings stay in the garden?

Larvae feed where released; adults may disperse, so reapply eggs or larvae to keep pressure on persistent pests.