Thursday, May 28, 2015
(Family Features) Many homeowners overlook an important aspect of lawn care that can affect the health of their yards. Your lawn is the perfect environment in which threatening weeds, diseases and pests can lurk, often with harmful consequences. In some cases, the primary damage may come in the form of these insects eating away at grass or the leaves of shrubs. Alternatively, insects may destroy grasses and plants at their roots.Considering how quickly pest populations can multiply, being proactive in preventing and treating their presence is crucial. A regularly scheduled treatment plan is one of the best strategies to reduce your exposure to dangerous pests, and help defend your home and family from unwanted lawn visitors.
In addition to a regular treatment program, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommend these pest reduction tips:
• Clear tall grasses and brush around homes and at the edge of lawns.
• Place a barrier of wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas.
• Mow the lawn frequently and keep leaves raked.
• Stack wood neatly and in a dry area away from the house or lawn.
• Keep playground equipment, decks and patios away from wooded areas and in a sunny location, if possible.
• Remove any trash or debris from the yard that may give pests a place to hide.
Source: TruGreen.com
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