Garden Safe Bt Worm & Caterpillar Killer (Concentrate) (HG-93190) (Pack of 6)

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The only disadvantage of having worms in the lawn is the fact they produce casts, which create a host of problems for the gardener: However, woodworm will only usually affect the sapwood, which is the softer, outer part of the timber, and will leave the strong heartwood undamaged. The heartwood holds the strength of the timber, so if only the outer layer of wood is damaged replacement or repairs may not be necessary. Having grass covered in worm casts can be a problem for a number of reasons. Formal lawns such as wedding venues or turf growers do not want too many worm casts as these can turn the grass muddy and are unsightly. Sports turf such as golf courses and bowling greens find worm casts particularly troublesome as it affects the play of the sport.

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Diatomaceous earth :'This is a naturally occurring substance that is made up of the fossilized remains of tiny aquatic creatures called diatoms. It works by absorbing lipids from the exoskeletons of insects, which causes them to dehydrate and die.' says MartinSeeley, CEO, and founder of Mattress Next Day. Find out where to buy diatomaceous earth, and what else you can use it for in our guide. They have beneficial effects on soil structure, organic matter recycling and provide food sources for many species.

The waste material, a well mixed, highly fertile compost, is excreted in the form of 'convoluted tubes' which we refer to as worm casts. Not all worms excrete their casts on the surface. Of the 25 species found in UK turf, only 3 are known to deposit surface casts. The remaining species release their casts underground, so avoiding all of the mess and misery experienced by the groundsman and greenkeeper! Finally, as with any work, get more than one quote in writing, and ensure the quote is a quote and not an estimate. Get in writing what will be involved, and how long the work will take, too. The company's response to all these requests will help demonstrate their professionalism, too. What to do if woodworm has infested structural beams and floors According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 24 percent of the world’s population is infected with soil-transmitted worms. Infections are most common in tropical and subtropical regions, in particular, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Americas, China, and East Asia.

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This will normally be applying the product using a paint brush. Simply brush it on to the surface using a decent coating and allow it to soak in. Most decent quality products will penetrate quite deep into the timber. Generally, heavy infestation is where there are many, many woodworm holes close together over quite a wide area and dust evidence in and around many of the holes indicating widespread active beetles. Special Offers– Monitor the pH of your lawn with our BATTERY-FREE pH Meter or pH Testing Kit– see offers belowInactive woodworm holes can be left as long as the structure of the timber is retained. Some believe it gives the wood history and character. (Image credit: Getty Images) Can I treat woodworm myself? We advise that you carry out annual inspections for signs of woodworm activity, and treat again as necessary if you find any evidence of re-infestation. If the holes left by the woodworm really bother you, you can fill them with an appropriately coloured wood filler or paint over the affected area to disguise the damage. For very heavy infestations of common furniture beetle, simple surface treatments may not quite be enough to kill any off fully. The larvae like their timber habitat to have a higher moisture content than is typical, so it's likely, if you discover a woodworm problem in your home, that there is also a problem with excess damp, whether in a poorly-ventilated roof or damp cellar. However, damp conditions are not a must.