Defenders Natural Ant and Insect Control for Lawns and Patios, 600g

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While this attachment is a fantastic addition, I have mixed feelings about it. On one hand, it certainly makes it easy to spray the ant killer. In fact, it has an ergonomic handle, making it comfortable to hold for an extended period. Nematodes– A living organism that you can buy online, but you must keep in the fridge until used in the garden. I’ve had great results with nematodes in the spring when the ground is moist, but I’ve found they don’t work so well in the summer when the ground is dry. They are an organic and safe alternative to harsh chemicals. The carpenter ant is much larger other ants like the common garden species. They can be around 0.5 cm long. If threatened, they can bite. The design makes it easy to apply, taking the hassle out of using at-home treatments to fix an ant problem. It’s a good liquid alternative to using bait stations and granular bait without having to use an aerosol ant killer spray. If you want to avoid all harmful chemicals and are looking for a 100% organic and natural alternative, try nematodes.

Like any other pest, ants invade your lawn seeking three main things: food, moisture, and shelter. So if your lawn contains one or more of these resources, don’t be too surprised to find a colony of ants. Therefore, to prevent ant colonies from taking over your lawn, you need to take care of your lawn. This means taking steps such as: By the end of this article you’ll have everything you need to know to get ants out of your lawn for good.

Once the affected area has had the full spread treatment, the granules can also be applied as a spot treatment for extra oomph. Once fire ant mounds are located, just two to five tablespoons is enough to spread around the mound, ensuring maximum uptake by the ants. The following tips will help you find the best ant killer to combat ant infestations around your property: The Different Types of Ant Killer Not only can they ruin your plants and trees but they also have a very painful sting. If you’re looking for an ant killer that works against them, consider the Martin’s Surrender Ant Killer. Here’s a more comprehensive review of it: You may decide that certain products are more suitable for use indoors or out – for example, bait traps are a lot less messy than spreading powder through the home. When to Apply Ant Killer Although pesky, Ants do serve a purpose in nature and can therefore be both an ally and a foe. They can eat unwanted bugs and help to aerate the soil as they tunnel much the same as the humble earthworm.

Bait traps– These are ideal for areas indoors where the pets and children can’t reach; I’ve tested them inside floor-level storage areas, under cabinets, under the stairs etc. They can be used outdoors, but as they contain harmful chemicals, they may harm cats, dogs and foxes that may chew them. Secondly, their behavior of digging tunnels underground and piling up soil and sand above ground can get out of hand. These tunnels can cause your soil to dry out; depriving turf grass of the nutrients it needs to grow. For the best results while using this product, be sure to treat the entire lawn infested with ants. In my case, I wasn’t sure where the nest was; however, there were a few places where the ant activity was more prolific, so I just poured a little pile of the granules in each of these places. The active ingredient is spinosad, derived from fermenting Saccharopolyspora Spinosa. Don’t sweat it, you’re not the only one who found that difficult to pronounce. But the key takeaway is that it’s obtained from a naturally-occurring bacteria in the soil.

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For those with small-to-midsize lawns, it’s also available in a 15-pound bag that covers 3,200 to 6,500 sq.ft. I used this at the front of our property where our dog couldn’t get to it, I believe it’s also safe to use in sheds, garages, under floorboards etc.