Want that perfect-looking green lawn?
Everyone wants a healthy green lawn. A well-manicured stretch of green grass will instantly make a property look clean, fresh and more valuable.
Sasquatch pest control takes care of your lawn on several levels.
First, we keep your grass green with products to feed and protect it from weeds and fungi.
Second, we ensure the little critters who can destroy grass and its roots, are not encouraged to thrive there. We take away their motivation to live.
Fun fact: Even though your new sod might be fresh from the farm, it can contain pests like fungus and bugs that can keep it from thriving. You just paid for a new lawn, give it a chance to settle in!
What kind of pests like lawns?
Some common lawn pests in Florida include:
- Chinch Bugs (Blissus spp.):
– Chinch bugs feed on grass by piercing the plant and extracting sap. They can cause yellowing and wilting of the grass, leading to dead patches.
- Armyworms (Spodoptera spp.):
– Armyworms are caterpillars that feed on grass blades, causing brown patches in lawns. They are known for their marching behavior in groups.
- White Grubs (Scarabaeidae family):
– White grubs are the larvae of beetles and feed on grass roots. They can cause significant damage to lawns, resulting in brown and dying patches.
- Sod Webworms (Crambidae family):
– Sod webworm larvae feed on grass blades, creating small, irregular patches of dead turf. They are particularly active during warm months.
- Fire Ants (Solenopsis spp.):
– Fire ants can build nests in lawns and disturb the turf. Their stings can be painful, and their presence may require control measures.
- Mole Crickets (Scapteriscidae family):
– Mole crickets tunnel through the soil, damaging grass roots and causing the turf to become uneven. They are particularly problematic in sandy soils.
- Fleas and Ticks:
– Fleas and ticks can infest lawns, posing health risks to both pets and humans. Controlling these pests may involve treating the lawn and addressing areas where pets frequent.
- Aphids:
– Aphids can attack various plants, including those in lawns. They feed on plant sap, leading to wilting and distortion of leaves.
- Scale Insects:
– Scale insects can infest ornamental plants in lawns. They feed on plant juices and can cause yellowing and dieback.
- Whiteflies:
– Whiteflies are small insects that feed on plant sap. They can be problematic for ornamental plants in lawns, leading to leaf yellowing and a sticky residue.
Effective lawn pest control involves proper identification of the pests, understanding their life cycles, and implementing targeted treatments. Integrated pest management (IPM) practices may include chemical control, cultural practices, and biological control methods to maintain a healthy lawn. Professional pest control services can assess the specific pest issues in a lawn and recommend appropriate solutions.
Looking for natural lawn care solutions?
Organic Fertilizer: Enhances soil fertility and promotes healthy grass growth without synthetic chemicals.
Compost Tea: Provides essential nutrients to the soil and improves microbial activity, promoting a robust lawn ecosystem.
Corn Gluten Meal: Functions as a pre-emergent herbicide, preventing the growth of weeds by inhibiting seed germination.
Molasses: Boosts microbial activity in the soil, aiding in nutrient absorption and enhancing overall soil health.
Vinegar-Based Weed Killer: Effectively eliminates weeds without harming the environment or contaminating groundwater.
Epsom Salt: Enriches the soil with magnesium, promoting healthy grass growth and preventing nutrient deficiencies.
Seaweed Extract: Enhances stress tolerance in plants, improves root development, and provides essential micronutrients.
Clover Cover Crop: Acts as a natural nitrogen fixer, improving soil fertility and suppressing weed growth.
These natural lawn care products contribute to a healthier and more sustainable lawn environment in Florida.
You can try and source the volume and mixtures you’ll need on your own or you can just give Sasquatch a call and let us do all the work!