{"title":"Ladybugs","description":"\u003cp\u003eLady beetles are predators used against certain soft-bodied pests. Release results depend on pest presence, temperature, moisture, release timing, habitat, and recent pesticide use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the product instructions for storage, release rate, timing, and environmental conditions. Confirm compatibility and waiting periods if pesticides have recently been applied.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ladybug-house","title":"Ladybug House","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ladybug house provides a cozy ladybug home to attract and retain beneficial insects like lady beetles in your garden. 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Developed after years of university testing, this lure helps support natural pest control by boosting the presence of helpful predators where you need them most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncapsulated in a controlled-release membrane, each lure emits attractant steadily over four weeks. 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