NEWS UPDATE:
Armyworms
Armyworms are destructive pests that consume turf grasses. They eventually become moths, but it's the worm-like larvae stage that cause the most damage. When large numbers are present in your lawn, armyworms may seem to march side-by-side like an army battalion. Heavy infestations can destroy lawn grasses in just a few days.
Treatment for these pests
Proper treatment begins with identification. It may take weeks for your lawn to recover from armyworm damage, so try your best to quickly identify them and begin treatment immediately. Once identified, they are easy to eradicate if properly treated, so let us help! Call us at 901-606-9200 or contact us by filling out our contact form.
Grub worms
Grubs are the larval or immature form of certain beetle species. These C-shaped critters are white and wrinkly. Measuring from ¼ to more than one inch in length, they have soft, bodies with legs near their heads. Grubs are often considered the most reviled lawn pests in the region because their presence can go undetected until significant damage is already done. They live in soil and feed on the tender roots of your grass.
Treatment for these pests
Grub infestations can be prevented when you keep your lawn healthy. Fertilize, mulch, and keep your turf at least two inches high (beetles prefer laying their eggs in grass cut short). Water sparingly, but soak the ground when you do, as this encourages grass to grow stronger, deeper roots. It is also important to aerate soil regularly because beetles prefer compacted, undisturbed soil when they lay their eggs. Summertime is the best time to treat a lawn for grubs. Call us at 901-606-9200 or contact us by filling out our contact form.
