Ladybugs and their larvae are beneficial insects. They will consume aphids, mealy bugs, thrips and other “bad” bugs.
Using Ladybugs
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Choose an area in your garden with aphids or other pests.
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Water the area.
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Release ladybugs after sundown (they will not fly away at night).
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Place ladybugs in groups at base of infested plants. Ladybugs always crawl up.
Ladybug larvae
Alligator shape, black w/orange spots.