Red spider mites

[Bri's Y]

The outside of our conservatory is infested with thousands of these mites, on the walls sills etc. Connot open anywindows as they all pour in for a wander!

Do they have a central nest which could be treated?

Anyone got any clues???? Thanks

[Thunderbird+]

Hi Bri's,
Not sure about a central nest. If it is indeed red spider mites that you have,which is a common house plant pest, the tell - tale signs are bronzing of leaves with fine webbing on the undersides and around the bases of plants. these tiny spider-like mites can multiply very fast in hot dry weather, although they can be affectivly killed off with house plant sprays containing malethion or deris.

If its the larger and harmless velvet mites you have, the can commonly be seen on walls and pavements then I'm told that tea tree oil smeared along windor sills can stop them entering. Good Luck. T bird+

[janetsflower]

pour boiling water over em

[chitchat]

i bet they dont like bleach either!!!

[Bri's Y]

Thanks for that Thunderbird, I guess I was on the wrong track when I said Red Spider (MITES) they are much bigger than those found on plants, but I will try Tea Tree Oil as we use it at home, Many thanks
Bri's Y.

[pappasmurf]

My old man always used to say.
Treat 'em mean, keep 'em keen.
Hope this helps.