Spider
Mite Control
lAvoid broad spectrum insecticides whenever possible to avoid killing
natural mite enemies
lMonitor using the tap
method with an 8.5x11 sheet of paper (2 dozen mites requires control with pesticides)
lApply a forceful spray of
water for low populations (<2 dozen) of mites
lInsecticidal soap, summer
oil and other miticides are effective (2 sprays often needed)