When Pests Put Your Turf to the Test
Signs and solutions to keep bugs from wrecking your turf
There’s a reason they say, “Sometimes the littlest things can make the biggest difference”.
Whoever first said that may have been talking about insects and pests. They’re everywhere, and though sometimes insects can have a positive impact, most lawn care professionals and superintendents view them as enemies. And rightfully so.
Not all insects and bugs are bad. For example, bees can have a huge positive impact on pollination. But down deep in the weeds (literally) there are parasites trying to tear up your turf.
These are some of the pests on the “Most Wanted” list when it comes to ruining your turf:
- Ants
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Mole crickets
- Grubs
- Chinch bugs
- Billbugs
- Bluegrass weevils
- Armyworms
- Cutworms
Now you know the enemy. Here are some tools and tips to tackle them:
Steer Clear of Standing Water
Just like the diseases that threaten your lawn, pests love warmth and moisture. Mosquitoes specifically enjoy standing water. As a part of your irrigation, do your best to eliminate standing water areas. This will benefit your turf due to both moisture balance and pest removal.
Weed Out The Weeds
Weeds are pests in their own right, but they also attract insects. So there’s more at stake than just a good-looking lawn. Make sure to get rid of weeds, especially crabgrass, so your turf has more nutrients and less bugs.
Take It Seriously
In no uncertain terms, pests can ruin your turf. They can rob nutrients, spread disease, and damage the plants themselves by feeding on them. As with most things, it’s easier and more cost-effective to be proactive and prevent pests than to clean up from the havoc they can cause. Do your research and have a plan for how you’re going to take care of them.
Strengthen Your Turf
You’re never going to prevent all insects and pests from getting in contact with your turf. That’s why you need to give your turf the ammo to fight the battle and come out victorious.
LebanonTurf has many products that have proactive pest control properties in them, including the new Proscape Fertilizer with Acelepryn plus Dimension. This unique blend is an all-in-one fertilizer that prevents and kills crabgrass, controls bugs such as grubs and weevils, and gives the turf the nutrients it needs to flourish.
LebanonTurf also offers unique pest control solutions, including mosquito dunks and insecticides, as well as other fertilizer options.
Talk to your distributor to find out which products will work best for your applications.
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