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Aphid-Eater Predatory Insect Mix To Attract Beneficial Garden Insects

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Sow Bug Off! Predatory Insect Mix To Attract Beneficial Garden Insects

Our Predatory Insect Mix is specifically designed to attract and create habitats for predatory and beneficial insects to your garden - they can help control the bad ones!

It contains flowering clovers, flowers and some grasses that are particularly attractive to these aphid eating insects like lady bugs and lace wings.
 The mix is also designed so that the plants flower at different intervals to help increase the amount of time that the mix is actively attracting beneficial insects. This mix is untreated and is not made up of any GMO varieties. Coverage rate = 10 sq ft
Our Predatory Insect Mix includes:
  • White clover
  • Trefoil
  • Red Clover
  • Crimson Clover
  • Creeping Red Fescue
  • Hard Fescue
  • Subterranean Clovers
  • Persian Clover
  • Cal Poppy
  • Baby's Breath
  • Bachelor Buttons
  • Alyssum
  • Yarrow
  • Phacelia

🌱 Sowing Instructions for Aphid-Eater Predatory Insect Mix

1. Timing:

• Spring to Early Summer: Sow after the last frost when soil temperatures are consistently above 55°F.

• Late Fall: In regions with mild winters, sow in late fall for spring germination.

2. Location:

• Choose a sunny spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Ensure the soil is well-drained and free from weeds.

3. Soil Preparation:

• Loosen the top 1–2 inches of soil.

• Remove any debris or weeds to reduce competition.

4. Sowing:

• Mix seeds with a carrier like dry sand to help distribute them evenly.

• Broadcast the seed mixture evenly over the prepared area.

• Lightly rake the soil to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.

• Do not bury the seeds deeply; a light covering is sufficient.

5. Watering:

• Gently water the area after sowing to moisten the soil.

• Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination period (10–28 days).

6. Maintenance:

• Once established, water as needed, especially during dry periods.

• Allow plants to flower and reseed to maintain the habitat for beneficial insects.

7. Coverage:

• A 1–2 gram packet covers approximately 10 square feet.

Seeds Count: 1gr