The chinch bug, a member of the genus Blissus, is a tiny insect that wreaks mayhem on people’s lawns. Despite their diminutive size – between 1/10 and 1/8 of an inch – chinch bugs can be very damaging. They feed on grass by piercing the plant with their mouthparts and sucking out the juices. This […]
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Turf-damaging insects are a problem most homeowners face at some point. These pests feed on the roots and leaves of grass, weakening the lawn, causing significant damage. But by familiarizing yourself with the most common lawn pests, and learning how to combat them, you can save your sod and keep your lawn lush and beautiful. […]
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Maybe you’ve done everything right in terms of watering and mowing your lawn, but it still has problems. It could be that you notice patches of dead turf or yellowing. Something isn’t right. Consider that insect pests may be preventing you from enjoying the healthy, green yard you work so hard to achieve. It happens […]
Read MoreHave you noticed an expanding island of dead or dying grass in your lush lawn? It could be the first sign of a serious yard pest – the chinch bug. The damage can progress rapidly in sunny places during dry, hot weather. Under these criteria, it’s easy to see how Florida lawns can be in […]
Read MoreHave rusty brown spots in your lawn that just seem unrecoverable? The culprit could be chinch bugs, and it’s essential that you control them now for a healthier lawn next season. These tips can help. What Are Chinch Bugs? If you haven’t yet seen a chinch bug, identification is an essential step. They’re usually about […]
Read MoreYellow Grass? It can be frustrating when you look out of your window and see not a lush green lawn, but a lawn with dying yellow patches. What is causing this? Sometimes people think that the lawn issues they see are due to drought or too much heat. Cutting a lawn too short and […]
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