If you notice insects or larvae on the soil surface of your yard, schedule a lawn care service for inspection and treatment. When your lawn is healthy, it adds to the aesthetics of your home and allows you to enjoy outdoor activities like grilling or playing. Here are four ways to eliminate and prevent pests from attacking your lawn:
Pesticides
Professionals spray organic pesticides that quickly break down so they do not become a source of soil, water, and air pollution. By eliminating the impacts of chemicals, your lawn gets healthier with a deeper root system and thick grass. If the infestation is severe, professionals use synthetic pesticides to get rid of grubs and chinch bugs. During lawn care service, these specialists spot-treat affected areas to avoid damaging pollinators. For lawns with different types of pests, broad-spectrum insecticides are applied to remove them without disrupting the lawn’s natural ecosystem.
Natural Predators
Another way to eliminate pests is by encouraging natural predators, such as birds, which can control grubs, beetles, and caterpillars. You can also make your lawn a home to a number of birds by placing bird feeders and bird baths. Ladybugs can manage aphids, mites, and small insect larvae within your lawn and prevent them from causing further damage. Planting certain flowering herbs may attract parasitic wasps which feed on caterpillars, beetle larvae, and aphids. To control slugs, caterpillars, and ants, you might need ground beetles, which you can attract using mulch patches.
Mowing and Watering
Mowing and watering are prevention methods that help keep pests away and promote lawn health. When grass is mowed, it grows denser, creating a thicker canopy that shades the soil naturally. This helps prevent weed growth and makes it harder for pests to find open areas to access the soil and lay eggs. Regular mowing removes old, weak, or damaged grass blades, which are places where pests hide. Watering your grass to the roots helps reduce moisture on the soil surface, which deters pests like gnats and mosquitoes. Deep watering also allows grass to grow deeper roots, which makes it stronger.
Aeration
During aeration, lawn care providers create small holes in the soil, which improves the soil’s ability to drain excess water and oxygenate. This prevents puddles and soggy spots that can attract mosquitoes, slugs, and fungus gnats. Aerating your lawn reduces thatch build-up, which creates breeding grounds for harmful fungi and pests. This process allows the thatch to decompose, making it harder for harmful pests and pathogens to thrive. Aeration allows the grassroots to have oxygen flow and access the nutrients in the soil, making it grow stronger. When grass roots grow deeper, they are better equipped to resist pest damage.
Book an Appointment For Lawn Care Service
To maintain a healthy lawn, professionals can inspect it regularly for common pests and use different methods to remove them. They also can give you tips on preventing pests and making your lawn stronger. Depending on how severe the pest invasion is, organic or synthetic pesticides are used to get rid of pests. To eliminate pests in your garden or grass, call a trusted company today to book an appointment.
