Spider mites on plants are every cultivator’s nightmare. And spider mite damage to plants is irreversible, so it’s best to treat infestations at the first sign of spider mites.
How to get rid of spider mites?
There are many ways to get rid of spider mites – bring in predatory mites (natural enemies to spider mites and other harmful insects), use diatomaceous earth, neem oil, chemical pesticides etc. But none of these options are ideal. Predatory mites and other natural enemies to harmful insects (mantids, lady bugs etc.) can’t be controlled. Diatomaceous earth will definitely kill spider mites – but it will also kill the good bugs. (diatomaceous earth is also harmful to bees…) Neem oil must be washed off and can cause burning to leaves. And chemical pesticides aren’t good for anyone.
If you have a spider mite problem and you’re looking for a solution for how to get rid of spider mites and their eggs on plants, look no further! THE ULTIMATE tool for spider mite control (miticide), harmful insect control (insecticide), and powdery mildew control (fungicide) is Grower’s Ally® Crop Defender 3!
Spider mite control is now easier than ever with Crop Defender 3! CD3 is a game changer for the 3-in-1 garden pest control arena. It is the perfect spider mite killer offering 100% efficacy for spider mite control (knockdown on spider mites on plants and their eggs). As an insecticide, it has a 99% aphid mortality rate, and is 92% effective for controlling powdery mildew.
What is CD3?
Grower’s Ally® Crop Defender 3 is an OMRI Listed® miticide, insecticide and fungicide for weekly use to prevent common pests. Formulated with a synergistic blend of botanical oils and a surfactant, it is a highly effective spider mite killer and crop protection formula that can be safely applied up until the day of harvest and leaves zero pollutants.
The triple-action formula kills powdery mildew, spider mites and their eggs, red spider mites, russet mites, thrips, aphids and other soft-bodied insects as well as their eggs on contact. Trusted by large scale growers all across the United States and the world for use on plants in the flowering stage and suitable for all grow environments and cultivation facilities: indoor, outdoor, greenhouse, hydroponic.
FEATURES
- Maximize Yields: Protect your harvest with Grower’s Ally® Crop Defender 3. The triple-action formula kills powdery mildew, spider mites, red spider mites, russet mites, thrips, aphids and other soft-bodied insects as well as their eggs on contact.
- Zero Pollutants: Tests clean and contains no residual solvents, no synthetic pesticides and no heavy metals. A minimum risk pesticide exempt from United States EPA registration under FIFRA 25(b) and OMRI Listed® for use in organic gardening.
- Harvest Same Day: Formulated with a synergistic blend of botanical oils, it is a highly effective crop protection formula that can be safely applied up until the day of harvest and leaves zero pollutants.
- Versatile: Can be sprayed on indoor and outdoor plants including trees and shrubs and other plants. Use as a spider mite spray, insecticide, and powdery mildew treatment and control.
- 100% Effective Spider Mite Killer: Spider mite infestation? No problem! CD3 is a spider mite control for all types of spider mites on plants. Annihilate spider mite populations on both indoor plants and outdoor plants. (PRO TIP: many types of mites attack and live on the underside of plant leaves. Their small size can make them difficult to see (especially spider mite eggs), so be sure to use the spider mite spray from all angles when treating for garden pests.)
BENEFITS
- OMRI Listed®
- FIFRA 25(b) Exempt
- Zero REI
- No PPE Required
- No Reported Phytotoxicity
- Bee Safe
- Made in the United States of America
FORMULA INGREDIENTS
- Active Ingredients: Thyme Oil 15.50% , Rosemary Oil 10.00%, Clove Oil 3.00%, Peppermint Oil 2.00%
- Inert Ingredients: Glycerol Monooleate, Sorbitol, Isopropyl Mystate, Butyl Lactate, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Oleic Acid
MODE OF ACTION
Grower’s Ally® Crop Defender 3 is formulated with a synergistic blend of botanical oils. Every component plays a role in the highly effective formula. Thyme oil is nature’s disinfectant, powerfully fighting microorganisms and protecting your plants from common pathogens (like powdery mildew). Rosemary, clove and peppermint oils kill insects through paralysis and suffocation on contact – the ultimate spider mite killer! When used as a preventative treatment spray, rosemary oil also has strong repellent properties and any insect (including spider mites) not contacted by direct spray quickly leaves the treatment area, helping to keep your garden free of harmful insects, spider mites and spider mite eggs on plants.
DIRECTIONS FOR PREVENTATIVE CARE
- Prior to mixing, shake the concentrate well.
- Dilute the concentrate at 0.25% mix rate or 10 ml/gal.
- Using an atomized sprayer, apply a fine mist to the stems and leaves of plants, including underside of leaves.
- Thoroughly cover the plant until there is runoff.
- Only apply when the temperature is below 90°F.
- Spray every 7 days to keep plants healthy.
FOR POWDERY MILDEW, INSECT, AND SPIDER MITE INFESTATIONS
- Treat plants at first sign of infestation.
- Prior to mixing, shake the concentrate well.
- Dilute the concentrate at 1.00% mix rate or 40 ml/gal.
- Using an atomized sprayer, apply a fine mist to the stems and leaves of plants, including underside of leaves.
- Thoroughly cover the plant until there is runoff.
- Only apply when the temperature is below 90°F.
- Spray plants every 3-5 days, as needed.
SUGGESTED USE
- Apply to outdoor crops and plants in the early morning or late afternoon. Avoid application to plants during the hottest part of the day.
- When using indoors, lights and fans should be brought back on 2-3 hours after application.
Billy –
This stuff works! As a long-time user of Grower’s Ally spider mite and fungicide control, I was happy to see them make a 3:1 product. This stuff simply eliminates the most common pests found in your garden. I like the fact that they have a preventative program so I NEVER have an outbreak.
Kadon V. – Johnson Cannabis Co. LLC –
CropDefender3 has become my go to preventative spray for my garden. Whether I’m combating soft bodied insects like spider mites or tackling a fungicide issue like powdery mildew. This product stands well above every other preventative spray I have tried. Not only is it highly effective in addressing these issues, with a dilution ratio of just 10ml per gallon of water CropDefender3 is also one of the most cost effective products on the market. Unlike other preventative sprays CropDefender utilizes light botanical oils that do not clog up your plants stomata which allows my plants to not skip a beat in their nutrient uptake and overall health.
C D Jones –
I love this product as it not only brings a sense of comfort when used as a preventative, but also as a curative when like me, you let things get out of control which is easy here in Oklahoma with all of the pests targeting your crops. The smell of it is also very pleasant so when I’m mixing and applying it in the field, I feel like I”m takng my crops to the spa for a rub down with these light botanical oils and without fear of damaging my DNA had I used some other crazy chemical application. The plants love it too!