What works and doesn’t work against moles
In the spring, after the snow melts sometimes we discover the signs of mole activity.
Mow at the highest setting for strong roots, grub control and less weeds.
Homeowners have a bad habit of mowing lawns short. Many dream of their lawn looking like a golf course.
Fun fact: Golf course fairways are mowed three times per week with a frequently-sharpened reel mower, and irrigated daily during the summer. Sounds quite ambitious for the average person.
Mowing your grass at a height less than 3 inches is actually stressful to your lawn and may end up requiring dealing with unwanted side effects, like weeds and insects.
Rebecca Finneran
Michigan State University Extension
In the spring, after the snow melts sometimes we discover the signs of mole activity.
Lawn grubs, often called white grubs, are the larvae of various beetles in your region, such as Japanese, June or Chafer beetles. They damage your lawn from below, feeding on organic matter and grass roots, causing sections of grass to die.
Have you noticed browning spots on your lawn or maybe even some mushrooms? If so, there is a good chance you have fungus.
Having trouble with deer demolishing everything edible around your yard and gardens? Get rid of those pests without harming them with a scarecrow sprinkler.