It’s aggravating to look at your lawn to see a species of grass you didn’t put there. Wild grass seeds are abundant in Florida soils. Often brought in during construction when the soil is bare, the seeds eventually emerge when conditions are right for germination. The two most common wild grasses in Florida are crabgrass […]
Read MorePaper wasps have narrow bodies, usually dark brown. Their wings are typically black, and you may see yellow markings throughout. They get their name by building paper-like nests out of plant material and saliva. Inside are hundreds of compartments that allow wasps to lay their eggs and raise their young. Paper wasps feed on nectar, […]
Read MoreLiving in central Florida, you’ve probably heard of powderpost beetles. If you’ve never actually experienced an infestation from this type of insect, however, consider yourself lucky. Powderpost beetles are well known for the damage they cause to everything from furniture to tools to the structure of your home. If you think you might be dealing […]
Read MoreMice are an ongoing problem. They like to live near humans so they can keep warm in winter and feast on people-foods throughout the year. Not only are these mammals adaptable to a number of environments, they’re adept at chewing through cords or electrical wires, climbing, jumping and squeezing through tiny openings. If you know […]
Read MoreWinter is here, but you still should always be watching for ticks. Even during the colder months, this is one pest that requires our year-long vigilance. Thanks to the subtropical Florida climate, ticks can be found here throughout the year. If you’re headed outside, particularly near an area with tall grass, protecting yourself from ticks […]
Read MoreEven animal lovers can recoil at the sight of a spider. Given the dangerous species that live here in Brevard County, that might not be such a bad thing. For example, we have: Widow spiders: Florida has four venomous spider species that breed in the state, and all of them fall into this category. Fortunately, […]
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A healthy lawn requires plenty of irrigation. Water comprises up to 80 percent of the weight in a blade of grass. That being the case, your lawn can sustain damage from improper watering, whether too much or not enough. In the Florida summer, there’s usually enough rainfall to keep things green. But even a […]
Read MoreWhen a home is infested with termites, the homeowner rarely gives much thought about what kinds of termites are involved. But it’s an important distinction. Not only will it affect preventative measures, but it can also ensure proper control. The classification is based on where each colony lives. Subterranean: Subterranean termites, as the name suggests, […]
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Rats like garages and sheds. Any outbuilding gives them natural shelter and privacy – often enough to keep them from being readily discovered. It’s an extra draw if you have birdseed or other edibles stored there. Keep edibles sealed up There are a number of things you can do to keep rats out of these […]
Read MoreSilverfish fall into the category of nuisance pests. They’re not dangerous, just annoying to have around the house. And that’s reason enough to keep them out. These wingless insects grow up to half an inch long. They are typically a blue or grayish silver. Silverfish have two long antennae and three distinct tails. They eat […]
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