Mealybug Control
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Clean cottony mealybugs out of the crevices sprays can't reach. Mealybug biological control with the Cryptolaemus mealybug destroyer beetle and lacewings eats every stage — residue-free.
Products in this Collection
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CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bottle (1,000) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bottle (1,000)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bottle (1,000)
$23.05 USDSale price $23.05 USD Regular price -
CRYPTOforce™ – mealybug destroyer (100/ 250/ 500) 
CRYPTOforce™ – mealybug destroyer (100/ 250/ 500)
CRYPTOforce™ – mealybug destroyer (100/ 250/ 500)
$44.95 USDSale price $44.95 USD Regular price -
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)
$21.74 USDSale price $21.74 USD Regular price -
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs in loose form (5,000/ 10,000/ 100,000) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs in loose form (5,000/ 10,000/ 100,000)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs in loose form (5,000/ 10,000/ 100,000)
$23.44 USDSale price $23.44 USD Regular price -
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in hexcell unit (400) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in hexcell unit (400)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in hexcell unit (400)
$32.22 USDSale price $32.22 USD Regular price -
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bulk (5,000/ 10,000) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bulk (5,000/ 10,000)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing larvae in bulk (5,000/ 10,000)
$154.95 USDSale price $154.95 USD Regular price -
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing adults (100/250/1,000) 
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing adults (100/250/1,000)
CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing adults (100/250/1,000)
$61.67 USDSale price $61.67 USD Regular price
› Grower guide More information about Mealybug Control
Clean out cottony mealybugs from the crevices where sprays can't reach — with specialist predators that hunt them down and eat every stage. Residue-free and safe right through harvest.
Mealybugs shelter in leaf axils, bark, and tight crevices under a waxy coat that repels contact sprays. Mealybug biological control beats that defense: the Cryptolaemus mealybug destroyer beetle and green lacewings dig in and devour eggs, nymphs, and adults — perfect for interiorscapes, tropicals, and cannabis.
Why choose biological mealybug control
Predators actively hunt mealybugs out of their hiding spots, leave no residue, avoid resistance, and are safe for pollinators and staff — ideal for long-term and interior plantings where repeat spraying isn't practical.
How to build your mealybug program
Release Cryptolaemus where colonies and white, cottony egg sacs appear; its larvae actually mimic mealybugs and feed voraciously. Add lacewings for broad cleanup, knock back heavy populations first with horticultural oil, and discourage ants, which protect mealybugs from predators.
What's in this collection
- CRYPTOforce (Cryptolaemus montrouzieri) — the mealybug destroyer beetle and its hungry larvae.
- CHRYSOforce R green lacewings — generalist predators for colonies and crawlers.
- SuffOil-X — horticultural oil for pre-release knockdown.
Need to confirm the pest first? See our Scale and Mealybugs identification guide.
Frequently asked questions
What kills mealybugs naturally?
The Cryptolaemus mealybug destroyer beetle and lacewing larvae feed on all mealybug stages; horticultural oil helps reduce heavy colonies first.
What is the mealybug destroyer?
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri, a lady beetle whose adults and larvae specialize in eating mealybugs and their eggs.
How long does biological mealybug control take?
Predators work over a few weeks; release early, keep conditions warm, and reapply to persistent crevices for full cleanup.
Why do my mealybugs keep coming back?
They hide in crevices and are often protected by ants; sustained predator releases plus ant control break the cycle.