IPM= integrated pest management
Basically, getting yourself a little mini controlled ecosystem going that includes both predators and prey, so that the crop is protected from unreasonable damage. You still get a bit of munching but not at the levels that will harm your plants.
stinkyattic Reviewed by stinkyattic on . Lady Bugs: How effective in getting rid of pests? I am about a week from being ready to start flowering my latest crop, and I can't seem to get rid of these damn pests. They are tiny and white (spider mites I am assuming) Using alot of neem oil, but I am still finding little holes in the leaves, as well as a few yellow spots. I spotted a few bugs today, it's hard to spot a ton but when you have a few, most likely you have a ton. I am considering buying 200-300 lady bugs at the local store here, and seeing if you guys had any luck with this Rating: 5