Is This Why Your Lawn Won't Stay Green?

May 23, 2018 by apost team

Everyone loves a beautiful lush lawn. It's a staple of the American dream and everyone's favorite place to have barbeques, neighborhood get-togethers, and play time for children.

However, your yard may be under siege by an annoying pest that can quickly transform your green, soft lawn into a dying brown mess. Armyworms are destroying backyards and ruining summer fun across the country. We'll show you how to identify these pests, and give you a couple of tips on getting rid of them!

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Armyworms are a type of caterpillar that devour plants ruthlessly, eating just about anything that is green, red, or yellow. They get their name from the way they move in troops across a garden, like invading soldiers laying waste to enemy territory.

Armyworms don't just eat grass either! They wreak havoc on plantings of corn and tomatoes, driving farmers insane and hurting their livelihoods. Combating these pests is a crucial necessity.

Believe it or not, identifying whether you are being plagued by Armyworms is a simple process. All you need is some soapy bubbles. Watch the video below to learn how to use this trick to catch these pests right away and nip this problem in the bud.

Once you have identified that your lawn or garden is infested, there are some steps you can take to eliminate the pests. One method involves using pheromone traps to try to catch the moths before they release their larvae.

Another method is to release insects that feed on the larvae. These include ladybugs, lacewings, and even certain species of wasp!

So what do you need to do this trick? All you need is a bucket full of soapy water. That's it! Just be warned, you will need to handle the caterpillars.

Check out this video below to see how to do the trick yourself. It's super simple, and you will be quickly able to identify if Armyworms are the reason for your lawn care woes.

If this trick helps you out, be sure to let us know, and let your friends know about this simple trick that could help them restore their lawns to the beautiful green landscapes they used to be!