Lawn grubs can be a real problem for yards. You’ve probably seen grubs or the effects of grubs without even knowing it.
Lawn grubs are the white larvae for the adult June Bug or Japanese Beetle. Here are some signs that you might have a lawn grub problem in your yard:
- Are you seeing sections of your lawn dry out and die?
- Does your lawn have big brown spots that can be pulled up like a patch?
- Are you seeing Japanese Beetles in your trees?
There are a few different ways to get rid of lawn grubs. If you spot grubs in the late summer or fall, you’ll need to get rid of the larvae. This will reduce the problem the following spring.
If the grubs are found during the summer months, it’s a good idea to spray preventatives to kill the eggs and the adult June Bugs. This should also pay off come the following spring.
You should also treat the affected areas right after the beetles lay their eggs:
- Keep your lawn a little longer. Beetles do not like to lay eggs in longer blades of grass. Try and keep your lawn at least two inches long.
- Fertilize the lawn. This should be done in both the spring and fall.
- Water wisely. Grub eggs require moisture to hatch so it’s important not to over-water the lawn. Adjust your water sprinkler system timer as needed.
- Over-seed the lawn. This also should be done in the spring and fall. This can help make the grass thicker. Thick grass is less attractive to most beetles.
- Purchase and apply a quality lawn treatment. You’ll need to prepare your lawn for treatment. You should mow your lawn before treatment. It’s also a good idea to water your lawn the day before applying the treatment.