Kill-A-Mite is an APVMA-registered miticide concentrate containing 18 g/L abamectin, a Group 6A insecticide. It is registered for the control of two-spotted mite, red spider mite and other pest mites on the crops listed on its label, including ornamentals, tomatoes and strawberries. It is a concentrate, so a single 100 mL bottle goes a long way: up to 200 L of spray at the ornamental label rate.
Built for mite outbreaks
Two-spotted mite and red spider mite breed fast in warm, dry conditions and can move from a few specks to webbed leaves in a couple of weeks. Kill-A-Mite targets mites directly. The label lists two-spotted mite, carmine (red spider) mite, European red mite, broad mite and russet mite among its registered pests, depending on the crop.
The label directs applying at low to moderate pest numbers and spraying to near runoff, so catching an outbreak early and covering the undersides of leaves — where mites feed and lay eggs — matters as much as the product itself.
Mixing and application
Label rates depend on the crop. For ornamentals the rate is up to 50 mL per 100 L of water (0.5 mL per litre), with a maximum of two applications per season; for strawberries it is 100 mL per 100 L. Measure accurately — a small syringe or measuring cylinder is easier than guessing from the bottle.
- Spray to near runoff, covering the tops and undersides of leaves.
- Apply at or near lights-off indoors, or in the cool of the evening outdoors.
- Group 6A resistance can develop. Follow the label's resistance-management directions and rotate with products from a different group.
- Fix the conditions that let mites build up: warm, dry, still air. Circulation fans and humidity control reduce the chance of a repeat outbreak.
Full specifications
| Product | Kill-A-Mite miticide concentrate |
| Active constituent | 18 g/L abamectin |
| Chemical group | Group 6A insecticide |
| APVMA product number | 59000 |
| Registered crops | Ornamentals, tomatoes, strawberries, apples, pears, citrus, hops, cotton |
| Rate (ornamentals) | Up to 50 mL per 100 L (0.5 mL/L), max. two applications per season |
| Rate (strawberries) | 100 mL per 100 L (1 mL/L) |
| Pack size | 100 mL |
| Label | Full directions for use are on the label supplied with the product |
| Storage | Closed original container, well-ventilated area, as cool as possible. Triple-rinse empty containers before disposal. |
FAQ
How far does a 100 mL bottle go?
At the ornamental rate of 50 mL per 100 L, one bottle makes up to 200 L of spray. At the strawberry rate of 100 mL per 100 L, it makes 100 L. For a home grow space that is several full treatments.
Will one spray clear the mites?
Rarely. Eggs laid before the spray hatch afterwards, so plan a follow-up within the label's application limit — on ornamentals that is two applications per season. Inspect the undersides of leaves with a loupe before and after each treatment.
Kill-A-Mite or Athena IPW?
For spider mites, Kill-A-Mite — it is a registered miticide with two-spotted and red spider mite on the label. Athena IPW is formulated for soft-bodied insects and powdery mildew. They solve different problems; use each on its own, at its own label rate.
Are there plants I shouldn't spray?
Yes. The label warns against use on ferns and Shasta daisies. If you're unsure how a plant will react, test on a small section first and check it after a few days.
Why do mites keep coming back?
Usually because the conditions that suit them are still there. Mites thrive in warm, dry, still air. Better airflow, humidity kept in range and weekly inspection make repeat outbreaks far less likely than any spray on its own.