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stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M5 2h7l4 4v12a1 1 0 01-1 1H5a1 1 0 01-1-1V3a1 1 0 011-1z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"12,2 12,6 16,6\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/symbol\u003e\n\u003c\/defs\u003e\n\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"intro\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Product introduction\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"outcome-headline\"\u003eOne predator that handles \u003cspan\u003espider, broad, and russet mites\u003c\/span\u003e and survives between meals\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost mite predators starve once the pests are gone, which leaves you buying again the moment a new outbreak starts. Neoseiulus californicus is different: it eats spider mites, broad mites, and russet mites, and it can hold on by feeding on pollen and other small prey when pest numbers drop. That resilience makes it the right first pick for both prevention and active outbreaks, unless you already know you are fighting a heavy two-spotted spider mite bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cert-strip\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cert-badge\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"11\" height=\"11\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eCovers three mite pests\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cert-badge\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"11\" height=\"11\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eSurvives on pollen between meals\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cert-badge\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"11\" height=\"11\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eShips live, overnight Tuesdays\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ship-note\" role=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" stroke=\"var(--orange)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-calendar\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLive insects ship on Tuesdays only and arrive Wednesday.\u003c\/strong\u003e Orders must be placed 7 days in advance. Anything ordered by 3pm EST Tuesday ships the following Tuesday by UPS overnight shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\" role=\"list\" aria-label=\"Store trust signals\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-truck\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPS overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e shipping on live insects\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-box\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle and save\u003c\/strong\u003e on shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-tag\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5% off\u003c\/strong\u003e with subscription\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"comparison-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Comparison table\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhy it's different\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eMiticides vs. a durable predatory mite\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comparison-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp-col old\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp-header\" aria-label=\"Old method column\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eChemical miticides\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"comp-list\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eEach product usually targets one mite type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eMites famously develop resistance fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003ePredator dies out and you rebuy after every clear-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eMiticides can damage tender tips and roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eResidue and re-entry intervals to manage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-x\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003ePurely reactive once you spot webbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp-col new\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"comp-header\" aria-label=\"Product column\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"#fff\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eNeoseiulus californicus\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"comp-list\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eOne predator handles spider, broad, and russet mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003ePests never adapt to being eaten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003ePersists on pollen and small prey when pests are scarce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eCompletely safe for plants at any stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eNo residue, no re-entry wait, safe around people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eWorks preventatively and as a curative rescue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"features-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Product features\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat makes it work\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhy californicus is the smart default for mites\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card hero\" aria-label=\"Feature: Three mite pests, one product\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-target\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThree mite pests, one product \u003cspan class=\"stat-badge\"\u003eSpider, broad, russet\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornicus feeds on two-spotted spider mites, broad mites, and russet mites, so you do not have to identify the exact species before you treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\" aria-label=\"Feature: Survives lean times\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-recycle\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSurvives lean times\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen pest numbers fall it feeds on pollen and other small prey, so a standing population stays on your plants ready for the next flare-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\" aria-label=\"Feature: Prevention and cure in one\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-shield\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrevention and cure in one\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelease it early to keep mites from establishing, or drop it onto an active outbreak to bring numbers down without chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\" aria-label=\"Feature: Tolerates warm, dry conditions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-temp\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTolerates warm, dry conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt holds up better than many predators in the warmer, lower-humidity rooms where spider mites usually thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\" aria-label=\"Feature: Shake-and-go application\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-drop\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShake-and-go application\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in a bran carrier, it dusts straight onto leaves and stems with no mixing and no sprayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\" aria-label=\"Feature: Reproduces on the plant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon-wrap\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"22\" height=\"22\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReproduces on the plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales lay eggs among the foliage, so the colony renews itself rather than depending on the single batch you released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pest-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Pest species it targets\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhat it targets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003ePest species it targets\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pest-list\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eTwo-spotted spider mite\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eOther Tetranychus spider mites\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eEuropean red mite\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eCitrus red mite\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eBroad mites\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eRusset mites\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eCyclamen mites\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pest-chip\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-bug\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eBegonia mite\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Ideal conditions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eIdeal conditions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-card\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-temp\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-label\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-value\"\u003e55-90°F (13-32°C)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-card\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-drop\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-label\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-value\"\u003eBest above 60% RH\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-card\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-recycle\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-label\"\u003eBetween prey\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-value\"\u003eSurvives on pollen\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-card\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-clock\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-label\"\u003eTiming\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cond-value\"\u003ePreventive or curative\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Application instructions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eHow to apply\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eApplication instructions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-num\" aria-label=\"Step 1\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn and gently shake the bottle to distribute the mites in the carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-num\" aria-label=\"Step 2\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSprinkle onto leaves and stems, focusing on the upper canopy and any stippled spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-num\" aria-label=\"Step 3\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart at the first sign of mites; typical rate 2-50 per m², repeat after 4-6 weeks if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"apply-num\" aria-label=\"Step 4\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandles warmer, drier rooms better than persimilis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-block\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"How it works\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-header\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" stroke=\"#fff\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-info\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow californicus takes down a mite problem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-steps\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-num\" aria-label=\"Step 1\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDust it onto the plants\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake the bran carrier evenly over leaves and stems, focusing on the upper canopy and any spots showing stippling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-num\" aria-label=\"Step 2\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePredators fan out\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mites disperse across the foliage and begin feeding on pest eggs, larvae, and adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-num\" aria-label=\"Step 3\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThey knock the pests back\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs californicus eats through the colony, webbing and new stippling stop appearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-num\" aria-label=\"Step 4\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reassurance-step-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA patrol stays behind\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it can live on pollen, a resident population remains to catch the next outbreak early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"What's included\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eIn the package\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat you get and how to size it\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-col-header blue\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--blue-dark)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-box\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eWhat ships to you\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"included-list\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Live Neoseiulus californicus in a bran carrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Count matched to your chosen size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Release and care instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--green)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Insulated overnight packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-col-header green\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"14\" height=\"14\" stroke=\"var(--green-dark)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-target\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003eSizes and options\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"included-list\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStandard bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e good for tents and small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLarger counts:\u003c\/strong\u003e for benches and full rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"13\" height=\"13\" stroke=\"var(--blue)\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-check\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phytoseiulus persimilis for heavy two-spotted outbreaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"included-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornicus or persimilis?\u003c\/strong\u003e Californicus is the versatile default. If you have confirmed a heavy two-spotted spider mite bloom, persimilis knocks it down faster. Not sure which you have? Call us. Call or email us: 716-217-0353 \/ help@happyhydro.com\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq1\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq1\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eI am not sure which kind of mite I have. Is this still the right pick?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eYes, that is exactly why californicus is the recommended starting point. It handles spider, broad, and russet mites, so you do not need a positive ID to get control. If you later confirm a heavy two-spotted outbreak, we can add persimilis for a faster finish.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq2\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq2\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eWill the predators stick around after my mites are gone?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eThey can. Californicus feeds on pollen and other small prey during lean stretches, so a resident population often persists on the plants and catches new outbreaks early. That is a real advantage over predators that vanish the moment prey runs out.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq3\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq3\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eCan I release these if I have already sprayed something?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eChemical residues can harm the predators, so timing matters. If you have sprayed recently, call us before you release and we will help you figure out a safe waiting period based on what you used.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq4\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq4\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eWhen do these ship and when should I release them?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eLive insects ship overnight on Tuesdays only, so they arrive Wednesday while still fresh. Place your order at least 7 days ahead so we can include you in the next weekly dispatch. We cannot ship live insects to HI, PR, VI, GU, AS, or PW. Open the package and release the same day it arrives.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq5\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq5\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eWhat if my order arrives damaged or the insects are dead on arrival?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eIf you receive a defective or damaged unit, email us a photo at help@happyhydro.com and we'll make it right immediately. For change-of-mind returns, we accept returns within 30 days for items in new, resalable condition. If you're not sure whether this product is right for your setup, call us first at 716-217-0353. We'd rather answer your questions before you order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq6\" class=\"faq-toggle\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"faq-label\" for=\"faq6\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003eWhy should I buy this from Happy Hydro instead of somewhere else?\u003cspan class=\"faq-q-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-plus\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Answer\"\u003eHappy Hydro has been selling growing equipment since 2006. We've carried Beneficial Insects for years because the biology works and customers who buy it leave happy. Have questions before you order? Call 716-217-0353 or email help@happyhydro.com. We're easy to reach and happy to help!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing-trust\" role=\"contentinfo\" aria-label=\"Store contact and trust information\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing-trust-text\"\u003e\n\u003csvg class=\"icon\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"#ic-shield\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions? We're easy to reach.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHappy Hydro has been serving growers since 2006. Call or email us before you order, after you order, or any time something comes up. 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