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Live Ladybugs
Hippodamia convergens
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Natural aphid control for gardens, greenhouses, and grows.
Best for Aphid pressure
California growers
Buy live ladybugs in California.
Adult convergent lady beetles, shipped fresh from California with a live arrival guarantee. Dispatched Mon–Wed only to avoid weekend transit.
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Where to buy live ladybugs in California
Live Ladybugs ships live ladybugs (Hippodamia convergens) directly from California with a live arrival guarantee. Orders are shipped chilled, Monday through Wednesday only, to avoid weekend transit.
- Live arrival guarantee on every order
- Same-week California dispatch (Mon–Wed only)
- Shipped chilled in insulated packaging
- Available in 500 to 18,000+ counts
- Bulk and recurring releases available for commercial growers
Popular with California growers
Most-shipped starters in California.
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Broad-spectrum predator — sometimes called "aphid lions."
Best for Mixed pest pressure
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Microscopic soil allies for soil-dwelling pests.
Best for Fungus gnats
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Our recommended pairing for serious aphid pressure.
Best for Aphid hotspots
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy live ladybugs in California? +
You can buy live ladybugs directly from Live Ladybugs, a California-based beneficial insect supplier. We ship live ladybugs (Hippodamia convergens) chilled with insulated packaging and dispatch Mon–Wed only to avoid weekend transit.
When is the best time to release ladybugs in California? +
In California, the most reliable window is spring through early fall, with releases at dusk when temperatures are 55–80°F. See our release guide for full timing.
Are ladybugs safe for pets, kids, and edible gardens? +
Yes. Adult ladybugs are non-toxic and safe around pets, kids, and edible crops. They’re used in certified-organic operations across California.
How many ladybugs do I need for my garden? +
For most California home gardens we recommend starting with 1,500–3,000 adult ladybugs and staging releases over 5–7 days. Use our quantity calculator for a recommendation based on your space.
Do you ship outside California? +
Yes — we ship throughout the U.S. with chilled, insulated packaging. We dispatch Mon–Wed only to avoid weekend transit.
Related reading
Field guide
How to release ladybugs
When, where, and how — for best results.
QuantityHow many ladybugs do I need?
Sizing your release for your space.
Pest controlNatural aphid control
Beneficial-first approach to aphid management.
CommercialBulk & commercial programs
Recurring releases for farms and greenhouses.