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MASTER LIST

Broad Mites

Identification: Extremely small mites that cause distorted, curled new growth.

Symptoms: Stunted growth, discolored leaves.

Control:

  • Sulfur Dust: Apply sulfur dust to affected plants to kill mites.

  • Predatory Mites: Introduce Amblyseius swirskii to target broad and russet mites.

  • Insecticidal Soap: Regular applications can help reduce populations.

  • Companion Plants: Grow garlic or chives to repel mites.

INDOOR SOP

This protocol is designed to:

  • Knock down active broad mite infestations

  • Break lifecycle in canopy and soil

  • Transition to long-term biological control

KNOCKDOWN PHASE (DAY 1–14)

PRODUCTS

  1. LAL Guard — foliar application

  2. Beauveria bassiana WP22 — soil drench

APPLICATION SCHEDULE

  • Apply on Day 1, 4, 7, 10, 13

  • Total: 5 applications over 14 days

FOLIAR LAL GUARD

Mix Rate

  • 8 oz per 4 gallons water (2 oz per gallon)

Mixing

  1. Fill sprayer halfway with water

  2. Add LAL Guard

  3. Fill to total volume

  4. GENTLY mix (FRAGILE! NO REALLY..)

Application

  • Lights OFF

  • Apply as fine mist (fog)

  • Full coverage:

    • Undersides of leaves

    • Stems

    • Entire canopy

Coverage Target

  • ~1 gallon per 500–1,000 sq ft canopy

  • Do NOT soak plants

SOIL DRENCH — WP22

Mix Rate (Drum)

  • 110 grams per 55 gallons water (2 g/gal max rate)

Mixing

  1. Fill drum halfway with water

  2. Add WP22

  3. Agitate thoroughly

  4. Fill to 55 gallons

  5. Keep agitated using water pump or air pump

 

Application

  • Lightly pre-moisten soil (do not saturate)

  • Apply as even drench across all plants

Coverage Target

  • Apply 5–10% of container volume

    • 1 gal pot → 5–10 oz

    • 5 gal pot → 25–50 oz

 

CRITICAL RULES

  • Do NOT mix products together

  • Do NOT add ANY foliar feeds, oils, or additives

  • Apply both products on same schedule

  • Use WP22 solution SAME day (do not store)

 

BUFFER PHASE(DAY 14–16)

  • No applications

  • Maintain normal environment:

    • RH: 50–65%

    • Standard airflow

  • Scout plants:

    • New growth

    • Undersides of leaves

BIOLOGICAL PHASE (DAY 17 → FINISH)

Predator: Amblyseius andersoni

 

INITIAL RELEASE (DAY 17)

Loose Predators

  • 20,000–25,000 per room

  • Apply:

    • Sprinkle at base of each plant

    • Light distribution across canopy

Sachets

  • 1–2 sachets per cubic foot of canopy

Placement

  • Hang evenly throughout canopy

  • Avoid direct light and heat

ONGOING MAINTENANCE

Scouting (Weekly) (FOREVER) 

Check:

  • New growth (top of plant)

  • Undersides of leaves

Look for:

  • Twisting or deformed growth

  • Glossy or wet-looking leaves

  • Stunted tips

 

Predator Support

  • Do NOT apply sprays that harm mites

  • Maintain RH: 50–65%

 

Sachet Replacement

  • Replace every 2 weeks

  • Maintain same rate:

    • 1–2 per cubic foot