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AC Infinity UIS 2-in-1 Splitter

AC Infinity UIS 2-in-1 Splitter

AC Infinity UIS 2-in-1 Splitter, daisy chain adaptor dongle

  • A splitter dongle that expands control to multiple AC Infinity devices using a single UIS port.
  • Links same-type UIS devices together via splitters in a sequential daisy chaining arrangement.
  • Compatible with programming digital controllers including CONTROLLER 69 PRO and CONTROLLER 69.
  • Connects many grow devices like EC motor fans and LED grow lights in grow room and greenhouse settings.
  • Gives multiple UIS devices access to smart controls like triggers, timers, grow cycles, and schedules.

AC Infinity UIS 2-in-1 Splitter PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A 2-in-1 splitter dongle designed to sequentially connect multiple same-type grow devices to our UIS controllers. Daisy-chain growing equipment like inline fans, grow lights, humidifiers, and more through a single port to set synchronized smart programming and expand your grow operation. Its compact build is engineered with premium cables to ensure a firm connection with UIS ports and connectors. Compatible with AC Infinity controllers like CONTROLLER 69 and CONTROLLER 69 PRO.

APPLICATIONS

This dongle is used to daisy chain multiple same-type smart devices together in a sequence to a single UIS controller port. Designed for use with male-to-male cords included with UIS devices and available for purchase individually. Compatibility includes future UIS devices, as well as the following:

  • AIRBLAZE Series – Fireplace Blower Fans
  • AIRLIFT Series – Shutter Exhaust Fans
  • AIRTITAN Series – Crawl Space & Basement Fans
  • CLOUDFORGE Series – Environmental Humidifiers
  • CLOUDLINE Series – Inline Duct Fans
  • CLOUDLIFT Series – Floor Wall Circulation Fans
  • CLOUDRAY Series – Clip-on Circulation Fans
  • IONBEAM Series – LED Grow Light Bars
  • IONBOARD Series – LED Grow Light Boards
  • IONGRID Series – Halo LED Grow Lights
  • Outlet Devices via UIS Outlet Control Plug

 

WHITE TerpLoc Bin and Tote Liners

WHITE TerpLoc Bin and Tote Liners - Tote 2

WHITE TerpLoc Bin and Tote Liners by Grove Bags are perfect to use during harvesting and also for post harvest storage.

Tote liners can be used after properly drying and sweating your cannabis for bulk storage and curing. These bags are completely opaque to keep out harmful UV light and have added anti-static properties to prevent trichome loss. Simply using a liner can prevent cross contamination from batch to batch limiting your product loss from unforeseen pest and mold issues. Using TerpLoc Tote Liners will protect your product and your bottom line.

Tote liners: Use this with rectangular Totes while collecting freshly harvested plant material and transport it around the cultivation center.

  • 100lt Tote Liner: Dimensions when flat: 112cm 116cm wide, with one side being the opening,  76cm high. Use this with rectangular Totes while collecting freshly harvested plant material and transport it around the cultivation center.

Bin liners: These liners form a tall cylinder when filled and are geared towards bulk storage in round bins

  • 75lt Round Bin Liner: Dimensions when flat: 76cm wide, with one side being the opening, 113cm high.
  • 200lt Round Bin Liner: Dimensions when flat: 101cm wide, with one side being the opening, 115cm high.

 

* WHITE TerpLoc Bin and Tote Liners sold individually, totes and bins not included.

 

Clear Plastic Orchid Pots

Clear Plastic Orchid Pots

Clear Plastic Orchid Pots, round, 11.5 cm top diameter. Please note, plastic material is not 100% clear and transparent, but is a bit opaque, as can be seen in the product image.

Top Diameter: 11.5 cm, Bottom Diameter: 8.5 cm, Height: 11 cm, Volume: 700 ml

Clear plastic pots are particularly vital for orchids due to the unique nature of their roots. Orchids possess specialized aerial roots that differ significantly from those of conventional plants. These roots are adapted to absorb moisture and nutrients from the air, making them especially sensitive to their immediate environment.

The transparency of clear plastic pots is paramount in understanding the intricacies of orchid root systems. It provides an unobstructed view of these unique roots, allowing growers to closely monitor their growth and health. This visual clarity is invaluable in ensuring that orchids do not become root-bound, a condition that can severely impede their growth.

Moreover, clear plastic pots facilitate superior light penetration to the roots, a critical factor for orchids. Unlike other plants, orchids derive a significant portion of their nutrition from photosynthesis in their roots. Clear pots allow natural light to stimulate this vital process, encouraging the production of energy-rich compounds.

Additionally, they enable growers to precisely assess moisture levels, reducing the risk of overwatering, which is particularly detrimental to orchids. It also allows for early intervention in case roots become tangled or constrained, preventing potential harm to the plant.

In conclusion, the choice of Clear Plastic Orchid Pots is of paramount importance for orchid enthusiasts. It not only offers a clear window into the health and growth of their specialized roots but also supports their unique nutritional needs, ultimately contributing to the thriving success of these exquisite plants.

Utilizing expanded clay balls as a growing substrate for orchids further optimizes their unique root requirements. These lightweight, porous balls provide excellent aeration and drainage, mimicking the orchid’s natural epiphytic habitat. Their structure promotes air circulation around the roots, preventing them from becoming waterlogged. Additionally, expanded clay balls offer stability and support for orchids, ensuring their delicate roots have a secure foundation for healthy growth. This substrate choice complements the benefits of clear plastic pots, creating an ideal environment for thriving orchids with vibrant, robust root systems.

Sonoff TH Elite 20Amp Smart Switch

Sonoff TH Elite 20Amp Smart Switch

Sonoff TH Elite 20Amp Smart Switch:

The Sonoff TH Elite (the upgraded version of the Sonoff TH) is a Temperature and Humidity monitoring WiFi smart switch with an LCD screen.

It interfaces with the eWeLink home automation smartphone app, allowing you to monitor and automate your grow area, or other spaces like your home or office.

The TH Elite can be programmed from the app to provide current (electricity) to equipment in many ways…

  • Schedules and Timers (Even schedules with 100’s of short ON and OFF cycles per day – as is necessary when doing aeroponics)
  • “Scenes” can also be set up, using data from the sensor that is plugged into the TH Elite – when certain conditions are met, the switch turns ON or OFF, e.g: IF Temperature sensor reads more than 28 degrees, turn Fan ON.
  • You can use the data from the TH Elite to control other Sonoff smart switches (even ones that work on the Zigbee protocol). Data from Zigbee sensors can also turn the TH Elite switch on or off.

IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:

  • No system is perfect – always monitor your automation to ensure that your plants aren’t in danger!
  • Not all electrical equipment is suitable for remote operation – some may “light up” (Power up) when its smart switch engages (turns ON), but it may still need a person to press a button on the device, or its remote, before it will actually start to OPERATE.
  • Sensors for the TH Elite are SOLD SEPARATELY
  • This is the 20Amp version – do not wire up equipment of more than 20Amp!
  • The sensor connector has been upgraded to RJ9 which supports hot-plugging, making the connection more stable and reliable.

TH16 Elite Wiring

Sonoff TH Elite 20Amp Smart Switch

Features:

  • 20A Max & Dry Contact Output – Supports connecting up to 20A Max load, dry contact output.
  • LCD Screen- Real-time monitoring of temperature and humidity data, the screen refreshes every 5 seconds.
  • 6-Month Temp & Humidity Historical Data by Hours- Supports reviewing temp & humidity history data by hour, day and month. 6-month history data can be exported in .xlsx format and accurate to hour.
  • Local Automatic Control- Support LAN control, automatic control is more reliable. You can set 8 automatic control programs for you to save electricity bills and create comfortable surroundings. (Timers and Schedules will work without WiFi, SCENES that include other smart switches as well would need WiFi to work)
  • Voice Control and Query- Work with Alexa, Google Assistant, you can query temperature and humidity values by your voice.

Specifications:

  • Sonoff TH Elite 20AMP
  • Model: THR320D
  • THR320D Input/Output: 100-240V~50/60Hz 20A Max
  • Dry contact: 5-30V, 1A Max
  • Casing material: PC V0
  • Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
  • Color: White
  • Dimensions: 10.5 × 6.4 × 3.9 cm

Compatible Sensor details:

The RL560 sensor extension cable can connect the SONOFF temperature and humidity sensors to extend your device’s distance. THS01, DS18B20 can be extended to 60M, and MS01 Soil Moisture Sensor can be extended to 10M.

THS01 Sensor

  • Sensor Type: Temperature & Humidity sensor
  • Connector type: RJ9 4P4C
  • Temperature Measuring Range: –40℃~+85°C
  • Humidity Measuring Range: 0~100%RH
  • Cable Length: 50cm

DS18B20 Sensor

  • Sensor Type: Waterproof temperature sensor
  • Connector type: RJ9 4P4C
  • Working Temperature: -55℃~+125℃
  • Length: 50cm

MS01 Sensor

  • Sensor Type: Soil Moisture Sensor
  • Humidity Measuring Range: 0~100%RH
  • Operating Temperature Range: 0℃~60°C
  • Cable Length: 50cm

RL560 Sensor Extension Cable

  • Conductor resistance: max.10Ω
  • Insulation resistance: min.5MΩ
  • Length: 5m cable length & Max. 60m extendable length.

User Manual

 

50mm Microgreen Tray Without Holes

50mm Microgreen Tray Without Holes

The 50mm Microgreen Tray Without Holes has no drainage holes and is 275mm wide and 535mm long.

With its 50mm height, it can be filled to the brim using only about 7.5 liters of growing medium.

Coco coir based substrates/growing mediums are a very popular choice for growing microgreens at home, as it is a soft and airy medium with great moisture retention. Because the microgreen growing cycle is so short, with the seedling relying mostly on nutrients stored inside the seed itself, adding any supplements or additional nutrients to your substrate is not a necessity at all, although a lot of people do add a little bit of worm castings to their mixes, claiming better results.

Once you have added your substrate into the tray, water or mist spray lightly if the substrate is on the dry side and tamp the substrate down very lightly by hand, to get it to settle and flatten out nicely. Then gently sprinkle your seeds across the surface. Once this is done, a VERY thin layer of additional substrate may be sprinkled over the top of the seeds (using a baking sieve, for example)

Place the trays into a suitable environment for germination and mist or spray the top of the substrate regularly to prevent it from drying out. (A propagation dome will help keep substrate moist until your seeds have germinated, saving you a lot of effort. Remove the ). Do not overspray, as this will cause overly wet “swampy” subsurface conditions! Just keep the substrate slightly moist at all times.

Once your seeds have sprouted and grown to a harvestable size, you are able to clip off the delicious micro-leaves for your dishes and salads with a pair of pruning scissors.

The 50mm Microgreen Tray Without Holes can also be used as a drip tray for potted plants, which will catch runoff during watering or flushing.

 

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Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch 3-Pack

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch 3-Pack

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch 3-Pack: 3 x basic WiFi smart switches, controllable from your smartphone the eWeLink home automation smartphone app.

  • Schedules and Timers (Even schedules with 100’s of short ON and OFF cycles per day – as is necessary when doing aeroponics)
  • “Scenes” can also be set up, using data from other Sonoff devices, like the TH Elite, or data coming in from Zigbee devices – when certain conditions are met, set up which Basic R2 Smart Switch to turn on or off.

IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:

  • No system is perfect – always monitor your automation to ensure that your plants aren’t in danger!
  • Not all electrical equipment is suitable for remote operation – some may “light up” (Power up) when its smart switch engages (turns ON), but it may still need a person to press a button on the device, or its remote, before it will actually start to OPERATE.
  • Timers and schedules are stored on the switches themselves, but a WiFi connection will be necessary for “SCENES” to work.

Sonoff Basic R2 Wiring

Sonoff made upgrades and optimizations to the Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switches, mainly on their safety to provide a higher value and usage experience to users.

Moisture and dust resistant, no potential safety hazard in harsh weather. BASICR2 is tested to work at an excessive humidity environment for up to 48 hours.

It has high feasibility in various environments and prevents sparking from high humidity environments. There is adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts in all unfavorable positions of normal use. The structure strictly controls the requirements of insulation, micro disconnection, and installation test to ensure the reliability and safety of BASICR2. Even a heat shrinkable sleeve is used for the fuse to provide better electrical insulation.

Besides CE, FCC and RoHS certified, BASICR2 is also compliant with safety standards, having been tested and ETL certified too.

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch 3-Pack, Features:

  • ETL Certified
  • Remote ON/OFF–Turn electrical devices on/off from anywhere
  • App Support –Free iOS and Android mobile App eWeLink
  • Sync Status–Real-time device status provided to App
  • Timing–Set scheduled/countdown/loop timers to turn on/off at specified time
  • Share Control– Control your smart home together with your family
  • Scene–Turn on/off a gang of devices with one tap
  • Smart Scene–Triggered on/off by temp, hum or other environmental conditions from sensor
  • Compatibility –Works perfectly with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT

Specifications:

  • Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz;
  • Output: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz;
  • Max.Load: 10A/2200W;
  • Gang: 1-gang;
  • Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz;
  • Meterial: PC;
  • Size: 9 × 4 × 2 cm

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch

Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switch – a basic WiFi smart switch, controllable from your smartphone using the eWeLink home automation smartphone app.

  • Schedules and Timers (Even schedules with 100’s of short ON and OFF cycles per day – as is necessary when doing aeroponics)
  • “Scenes” can also be set up, using data from other Sonoff devices, like the TH Elite, or data coming in from Zigbee devices – when certain conditions are met, set up which Basic R2 Smart Switch to turn on or off.

IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER:

  • No system is perfect – always monitor your automation to ensure that your plants aren’t in danger!
  • Not all electrical equipment is suitable for remote operation – some may “light up” (Power up) when its smart switch engages (turns ON), but it may still need a person to press a button on the device, or its remote, before it will actually start to OPERATE.
  • Timers and schedules are stored on the switches themselves, but a WiFi connection will be necessary for “SCENES” to work.

Sonoff Basic R2 Wiring

Sonoff made upgrades and optimizations to the Sonoff Basic R2 Smart Switches, mainly on their safety to provide a higher value and usage experience to users.

Moisture and dust resistant, no potential safety hazard in harsh weather. BASICR2 is tested to work at an excessive humidity environment for up to 48 hours.

It has high feasibility in various environments and prevents sparking from high humidity environments. There is adequate protection against accidental contact with live parts in all unfavorable positions of normal use. The structure strictly controls the requirements of insulation, micro disconnection, and installation test to ensure the reliability and safety of BASICR2. Even a heat shrinkable sleeve is used for the fuse to provide better electrical insulation.

Besides CE, FCC and RoHS certified, BASICR2 is also compliant with safety standards, having been tested and ETL certified too.

Features:

  • ETL Certified
  • Remote ON/OFF–Turn electrical devices on/off from anywhere
  • App Support –Free iOS and Android mobile App eWeLink
  • Sync Status–Real-time device status provided to App
  • Timing–Set scheduled/countdown/loop timers to turn on/off at specified time
  • Share Control– Control your smart home together with your family
  • Scene–Turn on/off a gang of devices with one tap
  • Smart Scene–Triggered on/off by temp, hum or other environmental conditions from sensor
  • Compatibility –Works perfectly with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT

Specifications:

  • Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz;
  • Output: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz;
  • Max.Load: 10A/2200W;
  • Gang: 1-gang;
  • Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz;
  • Meterial: PC;
  • Size: 9 × 4 × 2 cm

 

Six Port Sprinkler Bubbler Manifold

Six Port Sprinkler Bubbler Manifold

Six Port Sprinkler Bubbler Manifold – an ideal component if you are building a small or medium sized automated watering system!

This economical sprinkler manifold screws into standard so called 1/2″ (approx. 17mm) male threaded sprinkler adaptor fittings and allows for the connection of up to 6 “5mm” irrigation lines. These 5mm watering lines (commonly in use in residential and agricultural irrigation and often referred to as micro-sprinkler piping) can each water an individual potted plant. Fewer lines can be utilized as well – simply leave the end caps that the unit comes with attached to each outlet that is not being used.

We currently stock straight 12mm Inline Tap Adaptors fittings and straight 15 mm Inline Tap Adaptor fittings – both of which are compatible with these manifolds. The only difference between these would be the size of irrigation line that would be used ( 12mm or 15mm ).

The water output per line per minute will of course be determined by the amount of water pressure that the Six Port Sprinkler Bubbler Manifold is connected to – pond pump normally do not provide lots of pressure, and if they are used, the pump may have to remain on for a longer period of time before the desired amount of water has been applied to each pot. A simple test can be run after the watering system has been installed, to see how many liters of water is provided by each outlet per minute – simply place an outlet inside of a measuring jug and use your smartphone’s stopwatch function to run the pump for one minute. Then see how much water has been added to the jug.

Multiple manifolds can be used to set up a single watering system, but remember that increased pump sizes / increased water pressures will be need as the number of manifolds are increased. The output of each manifold and 5mm irrigation line may also vary – depending on the way that the system is set up… if the water pressure in the main supply line is not equalized, the manifold furthest from the water source inlet will have a smaller flowrate than the closer ones. 5mm lines that are substantially longer than the others will also have a lesser flow-rate.

Analogue or digital timers can be used to automatically turn watering on and off during a 24 hr or weekly period.

USE PLUMBER’S TAPE ON THE MALE FITTING TO ENSURE A WATERTIGHT CONNECTION!!

TIP: A simple pressure-equalizing base can easily be constructed with a bit of piping and irrigation fittings, as in the picture below…

Six Port Sprinkler Bubbler Manifold on base

Neoseiulus Californicus

Neoseiulus Californicus

 

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Neoseiulus Californicus is a predatory mite supplied by BioBee South Africa, who are actively providing IPM solutions which reduce the use of pesticides for both conventional and bio-organic agriculture in the country.

Sold by Hydroponic.co.za in 5g sachets, which are hooked onto plant stems close to leaves. The mites will emerge from the holes in the top of the sachets over a number of days, eager to find food and help with the elimination of the following pests:

  • Two spotted spider mite (Tetranychus Urticae)
  • Fruit spider mite (Panonychus Ulmi)
  • Citrus red mite (Panonynchus Citri)
  • Begonia mite (Tarsonemus Pallidus)
  • Broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus Latus)

Full dispersion and noticeable effects may take between 2 and 3 weeks, depending on each unique situation. Make sure that the holes of each sachet are indeed open, to ensure that the mites will be able to crawl out of it easily. (Holes can be enlarged slightly, using a pen or pencil). For faster dispersion, the sachets can be torn open and the contents sprinkled onto the plant’s leaves.

Neoseiulus Californicus should be shipped and stored at temperatures ranging from around 6 – 16 °C and the sachets should be viable for up to 3 weeks after the production date printed on each sachet.

Disclaimer:

Due to the sensitive nature of this living product, Hydroponic.co.za can not be held liable for the state in which the product is received after being shipped.

We will be (“overnight”) shipping this product (using polystyrene containers which will include cooling packs) separately from any other items purchased and additional charges will apply FOR AREAS OUTSIDE OF CAPE TOWN. “Overnight” service can take up to 3 days to be delivered, especially for REGIONAL TOWNS.

ORDERS RECEIVED TOO LATE IN THE WEEK WILL ONLY BE SHIPPED OFF ON MONDAY OF THE FOLLOWING WEEK.

These charges will be visible during check-out, before payment for the order is made….

  • 1 – 30 Sachets = Additional charge x 1
  • 31 – 60 Sachets = Additional charge x 2
  • 61 – 90 Sachets = Additional charge x 3
  • etc.

 

Mite Description:

Neoseiulus californicus are translucent and range in color from pale orange to peach. The nymphs resemble the adults except that they are smaller and cannot reproduce. Their eggs are oblong, transparent and white to dirty-white in color. Adult predatory mites, nymphs and larvae actively search for their prey and suck them empty. All stages of Neoseiulus californicus prefer to eat younger stages of host mites and adult females can consume fifteen to twenty spider mite eggs per day. Neoseiulus californicus can also feed and survive on Thrips and can survive for up to 3 – 4 weeks without food and therefore very good for prophylactic treatments and maintaining low populations of Red Mite and Red spider mite. Neoseiulus californicus tolerates high temperatures and low humidity levels.

Please note… not recommended for use on Tomatoes, as the trichomes of a Tomato plant give of a substance that is irritating to these mites.

 

 

Tent SCROG Scrog Frames

Tent SCROG Scrog Frames

Tent SCROG Scrog Frames – These pre-made scrog frames are easy to tie onto grow tent poles With these scrog frames in place you can trim and train your plants’ shoots into a flat, uniform canopy, full of potential bud sites.

PLEASE NOTE: Tent SCROGs are now shipped “rolled up” to minimize courier fees and damages in transit. They are easily assembled once received. ( video here )

Training plants into a flat canopy (“Screen of Green”) enables the formation of many bud sites along the same horizontal plane. The leaves and bud sites along this plane will then be able to make the most of the light that is emitted by the grow light in the tent, and will generate more yield per plant when it comes to harvest time.

We currently offer Tent SCROG Scrog Frames that fit into the following popular grow tent sizes. PLEASE NOTE that the frames themselves are slightly smaller than the tent dimensions, to make sure that the frame can easily fit inside the tent, even if the tent frame has thicker diameter poles:

  • 1 m x 1 m ( actual frame dimensions are approx. 95 cm x 95 cm )
  • 1.2 m x 1.2 m ( actual frame dimensions are approx. 115 cm x 115 cm )
  • 1.5 m x 1.5 m ( actual frame dimensions are approx. 145 cm x 145 cm ) Also has 1 x additional brace through middle for stability, see below…

Tent Scrog 1-5m

You will need to have something on hand to secure the frame to the tent poles, for example, cable-ties or LightHouse Soft Garden Tie.

Starke Ayres Vegetable Seed Packs

Starke Ayres Vegetable Seed Packs

Starke Ayres Vegetable Seed Packs are now available in a number of vegetable seed varieties.

The seeds are treated against fungi and parasites, and should only be used for PLANTING, NOT FOR CONSUMPTION. Store in a safe, cool, dry place.

Consult the Starke Ayres Planting Guide to find out which types of vegetable seeds can be planted right now !

Starke Ayres Vegetable Planting Guide Snip

Read up about the ideal conditions that your Starke Ayres Vegetable Seed Packs require for best results. Ideally, the newly sprouted seeds should be left undisturbed ( except for watering ) until the new seedlings are ready to transplant – the bigger the seedling is when first transplanted, the less stressful the transition will be on the plant. Jiffy 7 Pellets are great for germination, and seedlings can be potted into 1.5lt or 5lt Thermoform Plant Pots, using a seedling mix, like Freedom Farms SeedStarter. Once repotted, water seedlings well, to allow the substrate to compact and settle onto the seedling’s root ball. Light feeding can the begin, using nutrients of your choice, given in concentrations that fall in line with the feeding requirements of the type of plant at its current size.

Germinating vegetable seeds is a critical phase in the life cycle of plants, marked by the emergence of a new seedling from its dormant state. This process involves carefully providing the optimal conditions for the seed to break dormancy and initiate growth. Seeds typically require a combination of moisture, warmth, and oxygen to activate enzymes that trigger germination. It’s like nature’s own version of a startup launch – a seed’s way of saying, “I’m ready to grow!”

As the seed absorbs water, it swells, and metabolic activity resumes, leading to the emergence of the radicle, the embryonic root. This marks the beginning of root development and is followed by the appearance of cotyledons, the embryonic leaves. The cotyledons provide the initial burst of energy for the seedling until true leaves take over. It’s a meticulously choreographed botanical ballet taking place beneath the soil surface, where each step is essential for the successful establishment of the plant. So, whether it’s a tomato or a radish, the germination process is the green light for a vegetable seed to embark on its journey to becoming a mature, harvest-ready plant.

Amblyseius Swirskii

Amblyseius Swirskii

Amblyseius-Swirskii-Sachet-2023Amblyseius Swirskii is a predatory mite supplied by BioBee South Africa, who are actively providing IPM solutions which reduce the use of pesticides for both conventional and bio-organic agriculture in the country.

Sold by Hydroponic.co.za in 5g sachets, which are hooked onto plant stems close to leaves. The mites will emerge from the holes in the top of the sachets over a number of days, eager to find food and help with the elimination of the following pests:

  • Sweet potato whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) – targets immature stages
  • Greenhouse whitefly (Trialeurodes vaporariprum) – targets immature stages
  • Young larvae of Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) – targets immature stages
  • Two-spotted spider mite and red spider mite (Tetranychus urticae, T. cinnabarinus)
  • Broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus)

The release rate depends upon the nature of the crop, the ecosystem (e.g. open field or greenhouse) and the rate of pest infestation. Temperatures of 21-27°C and high humidity (above 60%) will enhance predator activity and ensure its success. Make sure that the holes of each sachet are indeed open, to ensure that the mites will be able to crawl out of it easily. (Holes can be enlarged slightly, using a pen or pencil). For faster dispersion, the sachets can be torn open and the contents sprinkled onto the plant’s leaves.

Amblyseius Swirskii should be shipped and stored at temperatures ranging from around 6 – 16 °C and the sachets should be viable for up to 3 weeks after the production date printed on each sachet.

Disclaimer:

Due to the sensitive nature of this living product, Hydroponic.co.za can not be held liable for the state in which the product is received after being shipped.

We will be (“overnight”) shipping this product (using polystyrene containers which will include cooling packs) separately from any other items purchased and additional charges will apply FOR AREAS OUTSIDE OF CAPE TOWN. “Overnight” service can take up to 3 days to be delivered, especially for REGIONAL TOWNS.

ORDERS RECEIVED TOO LATE IN THE WEEK WILL ONLY BE SHIPPED OFF ON MONDAY OF THE FOLLOWING WEEK.

  • 1 – 30 Sachets = Additional charge x 1
  • 31 – 60 Sachets = Additional charge x 2
  • 61 – 90 Sachets = Additional charge x 3
  • etc.

Mite Description:

The adult female is an off-white droplet-shaped mite. It has a characteristic rapid movement when disturbed or exposed to bright light. The eggs are oval and transparent to white.

 

Please note… not recommended for use on Tomatoes, as the trichomes of a Tomato plant give of a substance that is irritating to these mites.

Phytoseiulus Persimilis

Phytoseiulus Persimilis

Phytoseiulus-Persimilis-Sachet 2023Phytoseiulus Persimilis, of South American origin, is a well-known biological control agent against Spider Mites, supplied by BioBee South Africa, who are actively providing IPM solutions which reduce the use of pesticides for both conventional and bio-organic agriculture in the country.

Sold by Hydroponic.co.za in 5g sachets, which are hooked onto plant stems close to leaves. The mites will emerge from the holes in the top of the sachets over a number of days, eager to find food and help with the elimination of the following pests:

  • Tetranychus Urticae Koch (Two-spotted Spidermite)
  • Tetranychus Cinnabarinus (Boisduval) (Carmine Spidermite)
  • Tetranychus Turkestani Ugarov & Nicolski (Strawberry Spidermite)
  • Tetranychus Ludeni (Bean Mite)

Phytoseiulus Persimilis controls spider mite infestations in many crops, in temperate as well as subtropical and tropical regions. They should be introduced upon first sign of spider mite damage. The release rate depends upon the nature of the crop, the ecosystem (e.g. open field or greenhouse) and the level of spider mite infestation. Temperatures of 21-27°C and high humidity (above 60%) will enhance predator activity and ensure its success.

These predatory mites should be shipped and stored at temperatures ranging from around 4 – 10 °C and the sachets should be viable for up to 2 weeks after the production date printed on each sachet.

Disclaimer:

Due to the sensitive nature of this living product, Hydroponic.co.za can not be held liable for the state in which the product is received after being shipped.

We will be (“overnight”) shipping this product (using polystyrene containers which will include cooling packs) separately from any other items purchased and additional charges will apply FOR AREAS OUTSIDE OF CAPE TOWN. “Overnight” service can take up to 3 days to be delivered, especially for REGIONAL TOWNS.

ORDERS RECEIVED TOO LATE IN THE WEEK WILL ONLY BE SHIPPED OFF ON MONDAY OF THE FOLLOWING WEEK.

  • 1 – 30 Sachets = Additional charge x 1
  • 31 – 60 Sachets = Additional charge x 2
  • 61 – 90 Sachets = Additional charge x 3
  • etc.

Mite Description:

The adult female is an orange-red pear-shaped mite rather longer than its prey. It has longer front legs and a characteristic rapid movement when disturbed or exposed to bright light. The nymphs are oval and pale-pink in colour.

Black Autopot Inline Water Filter 12mm

Black Autopot Inline Water Filter 12mm

The Black Autopot Inline Water Filter 12mm will filter out small bits of debris that are present in a water tank or nutrient reservoir. This will help prevent piping and Aquavalve blockages from happening. This is very handy when using water sources that may contain particulates, for example rainwater. in your feeding or watering systems. Rainwater harvested from rooftops often has grit, leaves, twigs and other bio-matter in it and these will eventually get stuck inside small diameter piping or Aquavalves, leading to improper functioning of the system.

Contrary to clear plastic inline water filters this black plastic filter will block out all sunlight from penetrating into the water / nutrient solution. Any clear piping or fitting used in the supply lines of water and especially nutrient solutions will cause algae growth to form inside these clear areas, which may spread to other parts of the system.

The filter has barbed connections on each side, with the shaft outer diameter being about 12.5cm. TIP: If you are connecting piping to the filter, stick the end of the piping into a bit of boiled water to soften up the pipe. This will allow for much easier fitment.

The Autopot inline filter has mesh size small enough to catch particles that may cause problems in an Autopot system, but will still let through very small particles, bordering on silt / sludge. We advise consulting an irrigation supply store with regards to getting rid of extremely small or fine types of particulates.

Filter mesh size of the Autopot Inline Water Filter can be seen in the picture below:

Black Autopot Inline Water Filter 12mm Inside Mesh