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Old 29-07-2007, 06:48 AM posted to rec.gardens
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Default Spider mites, over and over and over

In article ,
Jonathan Sachs wrote:

On Sun, 29 Jul 2007 03:27:36 GMT, Phisherman wrote:

Spider mites become resistant quickly. Alternate Malathion, mitacide,
and insecticidal soap every 4-5 days. Make sure you spray under the
leaves. Your problem should get under control after 5 or 6
alternating treatments.


Thank you for the suggestions. I looked up "miticide" and found that
there are several different varieties: methoprene, hydroprene,
permethrin, probably others. What type would you advise me to look
for?


I have found spider mites to be really difficult to control with any
chemical agents. Phisherman's rotation will work, but you need to keep
at it once you get started. You might throw neem in the regime. Spray
the trees regularly with water to blow off webs and mites, and various
residues. I have used Talstar One rotated with neem and insecticidal
soap with fair success, but I no longer use pesticides in my garden,
other than insecticidal soap and neem.

There are predatory mites available which take time to become
established but, in the long run, will resolve the infestation.

I used predator mites to eliminate spider mites on Brugmansias indoors
in the winter. There are numerous species which you can choose from,
based on a variety of conditions. Good luck!

http://www.growquest.com/spider_mite..._info_page.htm