Other than weeds and diseases, lawns are inhabited by several insects, animals, and some rather unusual critters. This page is dedicated to those unfriendly varities that may damage our hard work. This year, in particular, we have come across moles, voles, grubworms, crayfrish (crawdads), fire ants, fleas, ticks and locusts (cicadas).
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Locusts Last year marked the 17-year locust coming-out. An article from the Univeristy of Tennessee Extension Service provided excellent information on what to look for.
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Crayfish or Crawdads Yes, we have found them in our lawns. With the recent rain and flooding in some parts of the state, you may find crawdads where you think they don't belong. These crustaceans are also referred to as crawfish, mud bugs, or stonecrabs.
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Moles are still the most common pests in the area. Moles are small but destructive. The six-inch long fur-covered mammal weighs about four ounces, but it can destroy a perfectly groomed lawn. (learn more click here) |
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Grubworms We use products to move the moles out of the area by killing their food source. We recommend applying a preventative in April or September when the grubs are smaller and more manageable. Other times of the year, we apply an insecticide to gain control. (learn more click here) |
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Voles are also becoming a nuisance in some southerner’s lawns. Also called meadow mice or field mice, voles can cause damage to your trees, ornamental plants and small lawn areas. (learn more click here) |
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Fire Ants Rush Lawn Care & Design also provides applications to control Fire Ants and fleas and ticks. (learn more click here) |
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