Seminoles used the heart of the cabbage palm as food in centuries past. They also used its fronds as brooms and its trunks as water pilings. Today, these trees serve Florida homeowners as decorative elements in their landscapes. The cabbage palm, also known as the sable palm, is a Florida favorite. Prized for its affordability […]
Read MoreThe sound of a buzzing wasp can be alarming. Their stings are painful and, at worst, can cause severe allergic reactions. A sting may create swelling that extends to the immediate area around the site of the sting (if a wasp stings your finger, your hand may swell). An allergic reaction, on the other hand, […]
Read MoreIt is reported that a single tent caterpillar in a tree could result in up to 20 percent destruction of the tree’s foliage. The little furry residents will emerge and begin eating through one branch of leaves at a time until they have reached their fill. Many homeowners are looking for advice from outdoor pest […]
Read MoreYou’ll never see them coming, but once you get a bite, you’ll know they were there. No See Ums are one of the worst Florida pests because their bite far outweighs their tiny size. Fortunately, a good outdoor pest control plan can actually help you deal with these biting pests, leaving your yard a place […]
Read MoreNo-see-ums are another name for sand flies. They’re surprisingly high on the list of the most annoying biting pests because they’re small and hard to spot. You can have several of these biting pests annoying you before you realize it, and the bites don’t go away quickly. What’s the best way to keep sand flies […]
Read MoreWhat are No-See-Ums? These biting pests are extremely aggravating. No-See-Ums are the name often used for biting midges. They’re smaller than fleas. As their nickname suggests, they’re incredibly hard to see. You may only realize they’re around when you start scratching their extremely itchy bites. They’re outdoor pests, but they’re willing to come inside if […]
Read MoreWe’ve really only been aware of the white footed ant in the US for a little less than 30 years. But in that short time they’ve progressed from an interesting anomaly to a multi-county pest control nuisance. They’re not terribly dangerous but this accidental import has a sweet tooth that makes it particularly pesky. The […]
Read MoreBetween the rise in temperature and the increase in rainfall, summer makes for a bug’s paradise! The conditions are just right for the little creatures in all their annoying glory. An increase in insect activity is only natural in Florida but that doesn’t mean you have to put up with it in your home or yard. […]
Read MoreThe sound of a buzzing wasp or the way those black and yellow bodies floats around in the air bothers us for a reason; their stings are painful and annoying at best, and can cause really severe allergic reactions at worst. A normal reaction to a wasp sting will still cause pain, swelling, and redness […]
Read MoreYou don’t want pests in your home, right? Yet every day, thousands of people discover they have a pest control problem on their hands. What can you do to make sure your home isn’t next on the Top Ten Homes For Invasion list for every pest in Florida? Your best first step is to contact […]
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