BioLogical Control

Praying Mantis are particularly effective on flies, crane flies, mosquitoes, grasshoppers and crickets. They will eat grubs, aphids and beetles as well. Place mantis egg case out in spring and about two hundred mantis will hatch out in about a month. Available in spring for $17.95 for an egg case.

Beneficial Nematodes are microscopic, soil dwelling warriors. Nematodes live in our soil naturally, but increasing the population density will control hundreds of soil and boring pests including flea larvae, crane fly larvae, rootworms, white grubs, cutworms, weevils and much more. Nematodes are best put into the soil when soil temperature reach 50° or above in either the spring or fall. Our Beneficial Nematodes are sold in quantities of 25 and 50 million packed in granular for longer life and freshness. One package of 25 ml will cover an average 5000 sq. feet yard. One package of 50 ml will cover up to one acre. Available in spring through fall - $69.86 * 25ml and $99.98 * 50ml

Live Ladybugs (Hippodamia Convergens) are one of the most effective beneficial insects for controlling aphids (their favorite), cabbage loppers, thrips, scale, spider mites, corn borers and a host of other small pests that inhabit the trees, shrubs and flowers in your garden. Ladybugs are best placed in your garden at early evening after watering or a rain. Place Ladybugs in noted area of infestation at the base of the plants. Both adult and larvae stage will consume 100's of aphids a day! 1500 for $14.95.

Live beneficial insects are a safe, easy and effective way to control many of the pest insects found in gardens and lawns. Most importantly they are chemical free so they do not kill indiscriminately. EPA has determined them to be safe. Yard Spice Organics offers a selection of very effective beneficial insects for your gardening needs. Our beneficials are raised, fresh and healthy by a certified nematology lab.. Available seasonally when you need them.