What is the best product to get rid of grubs?

What is the best product to get rid of grubs?

There are two chemicals, carbaryl and trichlorfon, that are considered curative treatments. They are short-lived compounds that kill all life stages of grubs. These two insecticides are the only options if high numbers of grubs are found in the fall and in spring before early May.

Can you use too much grub killer?

Applying too much can hurt the environment and using too little may not control the grubs in your lawn. Although Dylox claims it kills grubs within one to three days if applied properly, you may still notice grub activity within that time or shortly after. Animals may also continue digging for the insects.

What is the best month to put down GrubEX?

It’s important to follow the instructions on the GrubEx packaging very closely because precision in both timing and application are essential. Early May, June and July is the best time to apply this product. Remember the beetles lay eggs in early summer. The small grubs hatch in the middle of the summer.

Is there a liquid spray for grubs?

Some formulations of trichlorfon and/or carbaryl come as liquid concentrates that you can spray on your lawn to treat grub infestation. They are just as effective as granular treatments that are applied using a spreader. Liquid grub killers come as two distinct types – concentrates and ready-to-use sprays.

Which is better GrubEX or Bayer?

Both are excellent products and very effective at killing a wide range of common grubs that may be living on your soil. Scotts GrubEx is a contact and prevention insecticide, while the Bayer Grub Killer Plus eliminates Grubs on contact within 24 hours. And they are sold in ready-to-use granular bags.

Can I put grass seed down after grub killer?

Yes, you can apply GrubEX and grass seed at the same time with no ill effects. GrubEX is a pure insecticide and its active ingredient has no known effects on plant life.

Should I apply GrubEx before rain?

Can I apply GrubEx before the rain? You can apply GrubEx just before it rains but you won’t need to water it in as you normally would when you apply the granules. Waiting for rain works best for lawns that are too big to water. You only need to ensure that you apply GrubEx any time between May and July.

Can I apply fertilizer and grub control at the same time?

According to the Scotts website, only straight fertilizer, with no other ingredients such as pre-emergent herbicides or other pesticides, may be applied at the same time as GrubEx. The site gives no recommendation for mixing straight fertilizer and GrubEx, so it may be wisest to apply one product at a time.

Is liquid or granular grub control better?

The best grub killer acts slowly, but an active infestation requires fast action before damaging the lawn. Liquids deliver quick results, but granules may be more convenient because they are easy to spread.

Which is better liquid or granular insecticide?

“For us, preemergent and broadleaf weed control is better achieved with a liquid formulation,” Doppel said. “Fungicides also will work better if they are applied as a liquid application. Insecticides can be applied successfully either in a liquid or granular form.”

Should you treat for grubs every year?

You don’t need to treat for grubs every year because a preventive pesticide application should kill a majority of the grubs that are likely to cause damage the next year. Grubs in your neighbor’s lawn are unlikely to spread to your lawn every year, so only treat when you see the signs of grub damage.

What is the best time to put down grub control?

It is often best to put down grub preventers from April through mid-July when grubs are ready to hatch. If you want to stop grub damage right away, the best time to apply a grub killer to your lawn is when you first see signs of damage.

When should I treat my lawn for grubs?

If you want to stop grub damage right away, the best time to apply a grub killer to your lawn is when you first see signs of damage. This is typically any time between mid-summer through September when the grub larvae feed the most.