3 November 2025

Ladybirds (Adalia Bipunctata) For Aphid Control

Ladybirds (Adalia Bipunctata) for aphid control  

Want a smarter, gentler way to keep pests away? There are many beneficial insects for gardens, and the Adalia bipunctata (the two-spot ladybird) might be one of the best helpers your garden could ask for. These little bugs do big work, naturally. 

What They Do for You 

Natural Pest Control

Ladybirds love aphids. They eat them a lot. Introducing two-spot ladybirds means fewer aphids without needing toxic sprays. Simple, effective. 

Check in regularly to make sure they’re settling in. If aphid numbers drop and ladybirds stay active, it’s working. Check leaf undersides weekly for aphid clusters and keep an eye out for ladybird larvae – a sign your population is thriving. 

Better Garden Health

When aphids are curbed, your plants get to grow stronger. Ladybirds also become part of the local ecosystem — birds and beneficial insects like them too. They help make the garden more balanced. 

They’re not just organic aphid control, they support the whole food web, providing food for birds and helping pollinators thrive. 

Works Well with Other Natural Methods 

Two-spot ladybirds can be used alongside other natural garden pest management techniques. For example, companion planting with herbs like chives or nasturtiums can help repel pests, while attracting hoverflies or lacewings provides extra backup against aphids. By combining methods, you create a more resilient and self-sustaining garden that doesn’t rely on chemicals. 

How to Get Started 

1. Browse Our Range

   Take a look at our extensive stock of ladybirds, they love to eat aphids and will make your garden their home. 

1. Pick the Right Moment (and Spot)

   Release in cool, calm weather like early in the morning or in the evening, works well. Put them near plants where aphids are already active so they find food fast. 

1. Make Their Home Welcoming

   Grow an even more nectar-rich garden with plants such as marigolds, dill, and fennel. Leave out tiny shelters like twig piles, ladybird houses and bits of stem or leaf litter. The comfier they are, the more likely they are to stay and protect your garden. 

1. Don’t Use Chemicals

   You won’t need to use things such as pesticides and sprays when you keep things natural with ladybirds, plus, you’ll want to avoid using anything chemical-based as it will harm the ladybirds. 

Why It’s Better Than Sprays 

Using ladybirds is a safe and respectable way to both remove pests whilst keeping your garden, the soil, other insects, and the wider environment healthy. You’re working with nature, not against it. Over time, you’ll begin to see fewer pests, healthier plants, and you’ll have fewer headaches. 

Reliable Sourcing from Green Gardener 

We know introducing live insects to your garden is a serious decision — which is why Green Gardener is an ideal source. With over 25 years’ experience, they’re a family-run, UK-based business offering environmentally friendly gardening solutions. 

When you order Adalia bipunctata from Green Gardener: 

• You’ll receive live, healthy two-spot ladybirds, ready to begin pest control upon arrival. 

• They’re sent from us – A trusted, UK supplier with proper handling for the journey. 

• You benefit from full support and advice — We back our products with expertise and customer service. 

For more information, get in touch with us today!