1500 Live Ladybugs + Hirt's Nature Nectar-Guaranteed Live Delivery-No Ship to HI

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SKU:
HirtsLadybug1500
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811332032047
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Product Description

A favorite "good bug," ladybugs have been a popular beneficial insects for the past 20 years. When released at sundown (because they don't fly at night), ladybugs eat aphids, mealy bugs, scale, leaf hoppers, and other destructive pests. And they keep on eating until the bad guys are gone, laying their own eggs in the process. When new pests arrive, fresh ladybugs will be waiting. You will love them because ladybugs really work, plus they will be doing something favorable for the environment. LADYBUGS (Hippodamia convergens) USE: Ladybugs prefer to eat aphids and will devour up to 50 a day, but they will also attack scale, mealy bugs, boil worm, leaf hopper, and corn ear worm. Spray the foliage in the area of the ladybug release with Hirt's Natures Nectar™, shortly before releasing the ladybugs. Ladybug Nectar is a specially formulized nutritional supplement. This nutrient rich food successfully substitutes for many of the nutrients found in natural nectars, pollen, and honeydew (aphid waste). It is the best replacement food when a natural food supply is lacking, and stimulates egg production in ladybugs, lacewings, and other beneficial insects. It also helps encourage and maintain a continuous local beneficial insect population in your yard, garden or greenhouse.
  • Cannot ship to Hawaii
  • Release at sundown
  • They keep on eating until the bad guys are gone
  • Ladybugs prefer to eat aphids and will devour up to 50 a day
  • You will receive approximately 1,500 live Lady Bugs plus Hirt's Nature Nectar™

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your hours?

We’re open daily for your convenience:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Come early for the best selection!

Please note: We are closed on all national holidays.

Are you open to the public?

Yes! Everyone is welcome to visit Hirt’s Gardens. You’re free to explore our 10 greenhouses—it’s like a plant lover’s maze (in the best way possible!).

And yes, well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome too! If you’re not sure where to start, our friendly team is always happy to point you in the right direction or help you find the perfect plant.

Where are you located?

🌿 We're rooted in Medina, Ohio.

📍 4943 Ridge Rd, Wadsworth, OH 44281

We're conveniently located just off Route 18, near the Sheetz gas station—if you spot Sheetz, you're almost here! Only a short drive from Cleveland and Akron; stop in and see what’s growing!

Do you sell gift certificates?

Yes, we do!

You can purchase them:

🛒 Online: Buy a gift card here
🏡 In-store: Just ask at the register during your visit!

Our gift cards can be used on a wide variety of plants, seeds, and gardening goodies—let them choose their favorites!

Do you offer discounts?

Yes! We periodically offer discounts throughout the year on our website—no promo code needed. Any current deals are automatically applied at checkout, so you’ll see the savings right away.

Want the best deals? Keep an eye out during the off-season, when the biggest discounts typically pop up!

Plant Care
How will my plant arrive & do I need to repot?

We ship our plants via USPS, so check your mailbox if it is a smaller item.

To ensure your plant stays healthy and happy, we ship it in its original nursery pot—just as it was growing in our greenhouse. There’s no need to repot right away.

We recommend letting your plant acclimate to its new environment after the journey. Give it a few days in a cozy spot with the right light and water, and let it settle in before making any changes. This helps reduce transplant shock and gives your plant the best start in its new home!

Will my plant look like the pictures online?

Yes! The photos with the white background are actual images of the plants we grow and ship.

Keep in mind:

  • If you’re ordering a plant in a 2.5" pot, it’s a starter plant. That means it will be smaller in size and will need time to establish roots and grow before reaching maturity.
  • All plants are healthy and ready to thrive with a little time and care!
Is my plant in stock?

To see if a specific plant is available, head to our website and use the search bar (look for the magnifying glass in the top right corner).

Type the name of the plant you’re looking for.

Click on the product listing to view the details.

If the plant shows up in the search, it’s available! Under “Currently Available,” you’ll see exactly how many we have in stock.

If the plant doesn’t appear, it’s currently out of stock.

We receive new shipments regularly, so feel free to check back often—your favorite plant might be back sooner than you think!

Why does my perennial look sad?

If you received a perennial during the winter months, it may arrive looking brown, bare, or even lifeless. That’s completely normal—it’s simply dormant, not dead. Many perennials go into a natural resting phase during colder months to conserve energy for the growing season ahead.

What should you do?

Keep the plant in a cool, dry place with some light.

Water lightly every 3 weeks—just enough to keep the soil from completely drying out. Avoid soggy soil or overwatering.

Once warmer weather returns, gradually introduce the plant to sunlight and plant it outdoors after the last chance of frost has passed.

Your plant may look quiet now, but with a little patience, it will bounce back beautifully in spring!

Shipping & Delivery
Where do you deliver?

We deliver all across the USA—and all year long!

In the cooler months, we include a heat pack in your shipment to keep your plants safe, warm, and cozy during transit. No matter the season, we take extra care to make sure your plants arrive healthy and ready to grow!

When will my order ship?

Once you place your order during business hours, we typically ship all orders within 72 hours.

Transit usually takes 2–5 days, depending on your location and USPS schedules. While we do our best to ensure timely delivery, occasional delays with USPS can happen.

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping costs are automatically calculated at checkout based on factors like the weight of your order and your shipping location.

You’ll see the exact shipping price before you finalize your purchase—no surprises!

How will my plants be delivered?

We ship your plants via USPS, and they’ll arrive in a sturdy brown box clearly labeled “Live Plants” to ensure careful handling.

Be on the lookout for your plants in your mailbox or doorstep—sometimes they fit right in the mailbox!

Where can I find tracking info?

Once your order ships, you’ll receive an email from greenhousematt@gmail.com with your tracking details.

Be on the lookout for your plants in your mailbox or doorstep—sometimes they fit right in the mailbox!

Support & Returns
Can I add to my existing order?

Unfortunately, we’re not able to add items to an order once it’s placed because we don’t keep credit card info for your security.

If you’d like to combine orders, you can:

  • Cancel your original order and place a new one with everything you want, or
  • Place a second order and contact us as soon as possible.

If time allows, we’ll do our best to ship both orders together in one box to save on shipping costs. Just call us at 330-239-0506 or email greenhousematt@gmail.com with both order numbers.

My plant isn't looking too hot, what do I do?

We stand behind the quality of our plants and want you to be happy!

It’s normal for live plants to show some stress after shipping. We recommend pruning off any damaged foliage to help your plant focus its energy on fresh, healthy growth.

If your plant’s condition is worse than minor shipping stress, please email us at greenhousematt@gmail.com with a photo and your order number. We’ll be happy to replace or refund your purchase.

I need to cancel my order. What should I do?

No problem! Please email us at greenhousematt@gmail.com and include your order number in the message. We’ll be happy to help you with the cancellation process.

The sooner you reach out, the better—especially if your order hasn’t shipped yet!

Do you offer garden design help?

While we’re happy to share advice and gardening tips, we don’t offer formal garden design services.

If time allows, we’ll gladly suggest plants that work well in your conditions. However, due to the high volume of emails, we can’t provide personalized design consultations for every request.

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Reviews

  • 5
    The best priced lady beetles I have found and they are in excellent health.

    Posted by Robert Hullinger on Jun 20th 2021

    All the critters arrived alive and ready to dine. released half of the shipment on a cool evening the day I received them and my plants have had ladybugs on them ever since and I have to look harder everyday since to find pests destroying the leafs. The other half are happily hibernating in the refrigerator as of today and it's 90 plus degrees outside so there will be plenty of new lace bugs, aphids, mites and flies for them to gobble when I release them tonight or tomorrow morning before sunrise. I will be buying more for a later series of releases as the season moves ahead.

  • 5
    They work!

    Posted by Jenny Pyle on Aug 23rd 2020

    My garden got totally wiped out by aphids last year. I used every kind of spray or powder I could find. They killed everything but the aphids, nothing would stop those little monsters. This year at first sign of aphids I ordered ladybugs from Hirt's. They arrived in a timely manner and were all alive. I released them in waves over a few days. I cut a corner of their bag so I could control how many would come out at a time. I put them right onto the leaves with the aphids and they went right to them and started chowing down. It was something to watch. I would recommend spraying the nectar on areas you want the ladybugs to stick around on. At first I didn't use the nectar and the ladybugs stayed a little while but then disappeared. When I used the nectar they stayed for at least several days. I did have some trouble with ants since they had already set up a farming operation on the aphids. They would bite the ladybugs that tried to get their aphids. I mixed sugar water with borax and soaked cotton balls in it then put the cotton balls in spots I found the ants coming from--away from the ladybugs because I didn't want them getting into it. It took out the ant colonies so the ladybugs could feast in peace. Over the past month the ladybugs have disappeared along with the aphids. But in the last couple of weeks I have noticed a resurgence in aphids. I wasn't sure what to do but then I noticed ladybugs starting to show up again. Each day there's a few more ladybugs. Now I have found ladybug larvae on the infected plants which is really great to see. They are keeping the aphid infestation in check but I think I will order another shipment of ladybugs just to give these guys some backup. Plus it's just so darn fun to see all the little buggers running around the garden. I am so glad to have found an effective, natural way to control these nasty pests in my garden and keep my plants alive and healthy.

  • 4
    Ladybugs

    Posted by Unknown on Jul 17th 2020

    The ladybugs all came living, followed directions and released them after a rain in the evening. The 4 stars is because they all left my patio within 3 days. I have a lot of bugs- mealy, scale, white fly and a couple hundred plants out there for them to find the food. Wish they would stay in the garden longer and feed on the pests! Not sure why they didn’t stick around, with the appropriate food supply and water.

  • 4
    Ladybugs

    Posted by Unknown on Jul 17th 2020

    The ladybugs all came living, followed directions and released them after a rain in the evening. The 4 stars is because they all left my patio within 3 days. I have a lot of bugs- mealy, scale, white fly and a couple hundred plants out there for them to find the food. Wish they would stay in the garden longer and feed on the pests! Not sure why they didn’t stick around, with the appropriate food supply and water.