: Some biological control specialists like GrowLiv Biologicals sell "Banker Plant Systems," which include a host plant already populated with a non-pest species of aphid to provide a continuous food source for purchased predators. Understanding Aphids
Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects belonging to the superfamily Aphidoidea within the order Hemiptera. They are typically pear- Natural Enemies buy aphids
: The most common recommendation is to find them on local flowering plants, tall native grasses, or at hardware store garden centers like Home Depot where they may inadvertently be present on nursery plants. Available at Arbico Organics starting at $60
Available at Arbico Organics starting at $60.00 for 1,000 pupae. Also sold at NaturesGoodGuys for $28.45 per bottle. : These generalist predators target over 60 different
Available at Green Methods with prices ranging from $35.95 to $332.95.
: These generalist predators target over 60 different aphid species, including Green Peach and Potato aphids .