Many of us recognize long, slender, green insects, but have no idea what they are called. These are lacewings that live in gardens, parks and meadows. On summer evenings, they also fly into apartments because they are attracted to the light. They can also be found in autumn and winter, when they look for shelter from frost. Contrary to appearances, you don’t have to be afraid of them at all. They won’t hurt you. On the contrary: they will help in the fight against pests.
What do goldeneyes do? They are very useful and harmless to humans
The goldeneye has large, transparent and veined wings and long, thin antennae. It is distinguished by convex eyes with a golden shine (hence its name). Some people call him a fairy because he is associated with some fairy-tale creature. It is most active in spring, when nature comes to life. The insect does not attack or bite humans, but it poses a threat to pests such as aphids, spider mites, honeyeaters, mealybugs and thrips.
Therefore, it is very useful and it is not worth driving it away. A better solution is to invite him to your garden because he will help you with the crops. For example, aphids often attack rose, petunia, chamomile, hibiscus and red currant. Laburnum will help you get rid of these worms.
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What does the lacewing feed on? You will lure him with these plants
The lacewing larva can eat up to 450 aphids in two weeks. Adults feed not only on pests, but also on nectar and pollen from flowers. If you want to encourage insects to visit your garden, plant melliferous plants such as spurge, yarrow and thyme. They are also attracted by mountain ash, willow and linden. In the fall and winter, lacewings will need shelter, so you can build them a shelter. Take a wooden box, drill holes in it and fill the inside with straw or leaves. Paint the box in an intense color that will attract insects, e.g. red or brown. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.
Source: Gazeta
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