CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)

CHRYSOforce™ R – lacewing eggs on cards (5,000)

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Green Lacewing Eggs for Pest Prevention and Maintenance

CHRYSOforce™ R – 5,000 Green Lacewing Eggs on Card

Green lacewing eggs are an excellent preventative biological control solution for soft-bodied insect pests. These beneficial insects, Chrysoperla rufilabris, hatch into voracious larvae known for attacking aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies, thrips, and other pests that damage plants in greenhouse, field, and garden settings.

Why Choose Green Lacewing Eggs?

Using green lacewing eggs provides a proactive, sustainable method to prevent pest populations from taking hold. After hatching, each lacewing larva can consume up to 50 aphids per day, helping you manage infestations before they spiral out of control. As they develop, adult lacewings will continue the cycle by laying more eggs near pest populations—supporting long-term control.

Ideal for:

  • Greenhouses and hoop houses

  • Cannabis and hemp cultivation

  • Ornamentals, vegetables, herbs, and nursery crops

  • Indoor grow facilities and home gardens

Application & Use

Green lacewing eggs are shipped on cards, each containing at least 5,000 viable eggs with food gel. Simply cut the cards into sections and hang them near infested areas or throughout your crop. Eggs typically hatch within 2–3 days in warm conditions. Place them in protected areas away from direct sunlight and control any ant populations nearby, as ants may interfere with the eggs.

For best results, apply at regular intervals (every 2–3 weeks) during pest-prone seasons to maintain continuous protection.

Storage Tips

  • Keep eggs at 60–75°F if not releasing immediately.

  • Do not refrigerate or freeze.

  • Release as soon as larvae begin hatching.

ake the Natural Route to Pest Management

With CHRYSOforce™ R green lacewing eggs, you’re investing in long-term, natural pest defense. Whether you’re a commercial grower or a backyard gardener, this eco-friendly solution helps you reduce reliance on chemical pesticides and build a more balanced ecosystem in your grow space.

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Release Rates for Chrysoperla rufilabris

ClassificationRelease Information
Prevent1-3 per 10sq.ft., monthly, as needed
Low2-5 per 10sq.ft. bi-weekly, 2-3 times
Med4-8 per 10sq.ft., weekly, 2-4 times
High1 per sq.ft., bi-wkly, 3-5 times
Maint1-2 per 10sq.ft., tri-weekly, indef.
Garden60-90% of rates listed
Acre+20-50% of rates listed.
CommentsRates shown are for larvae. If you’re using eggs, multiply the calculated rate by five (5). If employing adults, divide the calculated rate by four (4).

Release rate suggestions on these pages are usually not sufficient for cannabis growers. For cannabis release rates contact us: 1.855.289.1441 or [email protected].

Release instructions for the Release And Use Of Green Lacewing Eggs

This species of adult lacewings do not kill other insects but instead feed on nectar, honeydew and pollen. Adults lay and distribute their eggs on plants. The eggs hatch into larvae (the juvenile forms), which do feed on pests and provide control. Larvae are similar in appearance to tiny alligators having pinch-like ice tongs that are the mouth parts. The larvae vigorously attack aphids and other prey by first injecting paralyzing venom and then drawing out the body fluids, leaving only a dead, dried up shell of the pest. Each larva can devour up to 200 victims a week.

Lacewing larvae feed on a wide variety of soft-bodied pests including aphids, mealy bugs, cottony cushion scales, mites, thrips, leafhoppers, small caterpillars and the eggs of many insect pests. After about two weeks of feeding, the larva pupates after enclosing itself in a cocoon of silken thread. The pupa is a resting form that develops into the adult, a process requiring from five to eight days. The adult then emerges from the cocoon, mates, and proceeds to lay hundreds of eggs over a 3 to 4 week period. The eggs are laid near insect pests. Each egg is mounted at the top of a hair-like filament or stalk attached to the foliage. The eggs hatch in three or four days. Newly hatched larvae are tiny and difficult to observe.

Release eggs when several newly hatched larvae are seen moving in the container. Eggs may be hatching upon arrival. We recommend the following four criteria as the best means to determine that eggs are ready for immediate field release:
1. Egg membranes are dull gray.
2. Abdominal bands of larvae are distinct.
3. Larval eyespots are readily visible.
4. At least 1% of the eggs have hatched. Release as specified above to minimize cannibalism.

Lacewing eggs are normally shipped in a container with rice hulls. This combination provides separation of eggs and enhances their distribution to places where pest infestation occurs. To release the eggs, simply sprinkle the contents of the container over the targeted plants. But go easy; don’t sprinkle the complete contents in one spot. For better coverage, mix the eggs in a larger container with an additional carrier. Any carrier can be used that does not harm the eggs or larvae yet aids in distribution. Such carriers include wheat bran, vermiculite, fine saw dust etc. If the pest problem is persistent, you may want to apply lacewing eggs at pre-planned intervals.

We do not recommend storage. However, in case of inclement weather or logistical problems, egg hatch can be delayed for 1 – 2 days by cool temperature incubation. Eggs should be cooled only on the day of receipt and held at 50º to 60º F and 50% - 75% relative humidity. Cooling older or welldeveloped eggs may lower the hatch rate. Warmer temperatures will speed up their emergence, but the eggs should not be held at more than 80 degrees F.
ISSUES TO BE AWARE OF:

The larvae that will be emerging are very tiny and hard to see. If the larvae are not released immediately upon hatch, they will cannibalize each other. If you are not able to monitor for hatch, it is best to release eggs immediately upon receipt.
IMPORTANT:

Report any and all suspected problems such as dead or less-than-healthy organisms within 24 hours after receipt of shipment.
Do not, under any circumstances, release or discard suspect organisms until you have received instructions to do so.

You may be asked to return the shipment for further analysis.

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