Insects are a common problem for homeowners across the country. To prevent them from infesting your lawn, it is essential to know what they look like and identify them. This blog post will provide information about some of the more common insects that are damaging your lawn including, how to tell if your lawn is infested and off course, how to get rid of these pests.
Pest That are Destroying Your Lawn
There are many different types of pests that can damage a lawn, and it’s essential to be able to identify them to address the problem.
One of the most common pests found on lawns is the white grub. White grubs are the larvae of beetles, and they can cause severe damage to lawns by eating the roots of the grass.
Another common pest that can be found on lawns is the chinch bug. The chinch bug is a small, black beetle that feeds on the grass by sucking the sap out of the blades. Chinch bugs can cause extensive damage to lawns, and they are difficult to control.
The mole cricket is another pest that can be found on lawns. Moles and mole crickets look very much alike, and they both eat the roots of grass plants.
Other pests that can cause damage to lawns include voles, gophers, and deer. Voles are small rodents that burrow in the ground and eat the roots of grass plants. Gophers are also small rodents that live underground, and they eat the roots of grass and the bark of trees. Deer can cause damage to lawns by eating the grass and trampling on the ground.
It is important to address pest infestations as soon as possible. Some of these pests can cause extensive damage to the lawn, and it may take several seasons for the lawn to fully recover after treatment.
Signs of Pest Infestation in Your Lawn
Backyard lawns account for roughly 25% of the water usage in a typical household. The lack of rain has created a perfect environment for pests and diseases to thrive. These pests and diseases weaken the lawn and lead to brown spots and dead patches.
Some common signs of pest infestation on your lawn are as follows:
- Mounds of earth or sand on the lawn
- Little holes in the grass
- Bits of chewed up grass
- Unusual patterns in the growth of the grass
- Larvae or insects in the soil
- Spiders webs on the grass or in the trees
If you have noticed any of these signs, it is likely that you have a pest infestation and should take action. Pests can cause serious damage to your lawn, so it is important to get rid of them as soon as possible. There are a few things you can do to get rid of pests on your lawn.
How to get rid of Lawn Pests
First, identify the pest that is destroying your lawn. Then, research what pesticide will work best to eradicate that pest.
Insecticides can be used to kill the invading pests. The chemicals in these insecticides will kill the bugs and their eggs by entering the body of insects through their joints, pores or other openings. This method can be effective if you continuously apply the insecticide every few weeks to every month, depending on which type of lawn pest you’re trying to get rid of and how bad the infestation is.
Another pest removal method is to use a “soil solarization” process. This process involves placing a plastic sheet over moist soil for a certain amount of time to kill the bugs and their eggs by trapping them in the soil under the sun’s heat while raising the temperature extreme enough to kill them within a week or a week two.
However, this process requires moist soil before it can be covered with plastic, which might not always be possible depending on how much rain your area receives in a certain period. Many people use “soil solarization” when they have an infestation but cannot water their lawns for rations or other reasons.
The third method of pest removal is to remove the pests manually. This can be done by using a shovel to dig up the mites or slugs and putting them in a container of soapy water. However, this process can be very time-consuming and might not be very effective if too many pests in your lawn.
If you have a very bad infestation of one or multiple types of lawn pests, consider hiring a professional to take care of it for you. This is probably the best option as this will prevent you from having to spend too much time on pest control and remove any bugs that might still be hiding in your yard that could end up re-infesting your lawn.
Proper lawn maintenance can help prevent pest infestations from occurring in the future by preventing them from surviving in your yard, especially when you water your lawn regularly. If you maintain your lawn properly with proper watering and care, it will be inhospitable for pests which means they won’t come back!