Lawn Pests This Time Of Year

Posted on: Jul 10, 2024Luis M Pérez

Summer Months, Common Lawn Pests Include

Grubs -These are the larvae of beetles and can cause significant damage by feeding on grass roots. Do I Have Grubs?

Chinch Bugs – These tiny pests suck the sap from grass blades, causing yellowish-brown patches. Chinch Bugs Can Damage Your Lawn

Armyworms – These caterpillars can quickly strip grass blades, leading to large, damaged areas. Treatment For Fall Armyworms

Fire Ant – Known for their painful stings, they build mounds in lawns and can be a nuisance. Fire Ants In Texas

Sod Webworms – These larvae of moths feed on grass at night, causing brown patches. Sod Webworms

Regular lawn maintenance monitoring can help manage and prevent these pest issues.

Grubs – Similar to Dallas, these larvae can damage grassroots, leading to dead patches. Chinch Bugs Can Damage Your Lawn

Japanese Beetles – Adults and larvae (grubs) can be problematic, with adults feeding on grass blades and other plants. Japanese beetle

Sod Webworms – These pests are also common and can cause brown patches by feeding on grass. Sod Webworms

Chinch Bugs – These pests can cause damage by sucking the sap from grass blades, leading to yellow or brown patches. Chinch Bugs

Aphids – While more common in gardens, aphids can also affect lawns by feeding on grass sap. Aphids

Regular lawn care, including proper watering, mowing, and occasional pest control treatments, can help manage these issues.

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