Orcon Cryptolaemus Certificate

Cryptolaemus, often called the mealybug destroyer, is a type of ladybug that acts as a natural predator. Both the larvae and adults feed aggressively on mealybugs, aphids, and immature scale, making them a highly effective biological control agent for your garden.

The certificate includes instructions for redemption, which you can complete by mail or online. Once processed, the live insects are shipped directly to your address to ensure they arrive fresh and ready for release.

Yes, Cryptolaemus are completely natural and non-toxic. They pose no threat to pets, children, or beneficial pollinators like bees, making them a safe alternative to chemical pesticides.

It is best to release them when you first notice pest activity, ideally during the warmer months when temperatures are consistently above 60°F. They are most active and effective when the weather is warm and the pest population is just beginning to establish.

Cryptolaemus will typically remain in your garden as long as there is a food source available. Once they have consumed the mealybugs and other pests, they may move on to neighboring plants or areas in search of more food.