To a homeowner, your yard is an extension of yourself. You invest a lot of time, effort, and money into your property, but your yard is constantly under attack. A variety of hidden pests seek to destroy your lawn.
Grub Control
One of the most destructive of these lawn pests is the grub. As you probably already know, grubs are public enemy number one when it comes to lawn pests. Grubs are actually the larvae of June bugs that emerge in the late spring to lay eggs in your lawn. The grubs feed on the roots of your grass from June to August and can utterly devastate a lawn.
Here are some signs that you might have a grub problem:
- Is your grass dying and can the sod can easily be rolled up?
- Is your yard attracting large flocks of birds pecking at your sod?
- Are animals digging up your yard at night?
If you suspect a grub infestation call the experts at Land-Art immediately before any more damage is done.
When you have a grub problem, the worms themselves aren’t the only dangers your yard faces. Grubs are also a delicacy for a number of other pests that can lay waste to your beautiful turf.
- Moles: Moles love grubs and a tell-tale sign that you may have a grub problem is when you see this pest show up in your yard. Moles tunnel under the surface of the soil and push large amounts of dirt and rocks to the surface when they breach. These unsightly mounds are hard to get rid of and usually require re-seeding.
- Skunks, Racoons, Opossums: These animals are also very fond of grub and can smell them from far away. They’ll quickly dig up your lawn to get at the delicious grub.
A healthy lawn can sustain a few grubs but if you find more than ten per square foot, then it’s time to call the professionals at Land-Art. We will come out to evaluate your situation and then discuss with you the best way of moving forward with treatment. We will then apply a grub killer that will help drive down the grub population. Grubs can be a real nightmare for homeowners who love to show-off their lawns. Being vigilant for June bug activity early on and checking your lawn regularly will help you stay ahead of the problem.
