They can be different colours and almost resemble aphids. Indications of severe infestation is the presence of webbing. They are found in all parts of the world. They lay their eggs in the spring and overwinter as adults in leaf trash and ground litter. In some warmer climates mites may feed all year.
Eggs are translucent and resemble tiny droplets of water.
Females can lay up to 12 every day for weeks in summer months. Spider mites peak in the summer months and flourish in the heat. Their lifecycle can be finished in less than1 week if conditions and food is abundant. They are sucking pests and can be found on the undersides of the leaves. These mites spin small webs so that is an indication as to what you have bothering your plants.