Grub Control
- Use nemotodes in the spring to control grubs in the larvae stage.
The Japanese beetle grub and European beetle grub are common concerns. Grubs feed on the roots of grass plants and can cause significant damage leading to brown patches in your lawn. Many companies will rid a lawn of this pest by spraying an insecticide over the entire yard.
A safer, effective way to rid a yard of grubs is by using nematodes
naturally occurring microscopic worms that kill rooteating grubs in the larvae stage. Nematodes are not harmful to humans, pets, or plants. They are available online or through mail order catalogs. In early spring peel back a one foot square section of turf. Search for the grubs and if found in large quantities order an application of nematodes.
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Hiring a Lawn Care Company
Maintaining a lawn can take a lot of work. Some people may prefer to hire a company to mow the lawn on a regular basis, or to fertilize and rid their lawn of weeds.
Explain to your lawn mowing service that you would like the grass clippings mulched and the height of the grass should be between 3 to 3 1/2 inches. Ask the company how often they sharpen their mower blades and if they can reschedule the service if it has just rained, so as not to cut the grass when it is wet.
When hiring a service to fertilize and keep your yard weed-free, ask which products they use. Specify that you would like them to only use non-synthetic, slow-release fertilizers. Many companies, when asked, can provide this service. If your company cannot, consider calling another company. A lawn care company should be able to provide you with information on the products they use. Be sure to read product labels and Material Safety Data Sheet of the products that they use on your lawn.
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Companies That Provide Natural Lawn Care Services
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