How do I get rid of grubs in my lawn NZ?

How do I get rid of grubs in my lawn NZ?

To get rid of grass grub follow these steps:

1. Apply LawnPro Protect on the grass paddock and lawns you wish to protect from grass grub.
2. To control adult beetles (brown beetle) spray foliage of affected trees and shrubs with Kiwicare PLANThealth Spectrum between October and January.

How much does grub control cost?

The cost for a treatment for 8,000 sq. ft. would run you $75-$100, depending upon what material is used. Proportionally, this option is about 20% the cost of re-seeding.

When should I treat my lawn for grubs in NZ?

When to treat grass for grubs Many grass grub killers are recommended for application from February to late autumn, but also from spring to summer. Make sure you water the granules into the soil, and it’s even better if you are expecting moderate or heavy rainfall.

How do I get rid of mature grubs in my lawn?

To kill grubs in the spring or fall, use carbaryl or trichlorfon. Always wear rubber gloves and rubber boots when applying insecticides to turfgrass. Make sure to irrigate the lawn with at least 0.5 inches of water* and allow the grass to dry before allowing anyone or pets into the treated area.

What time of year do you treat your lawn for grubs?

Treating in late summer or early fall is ideal, as that is when the smaller, young grubs are most susceptible to nematodes. There is also usually a short window for application in early spring before the grubs get too big and pupate, but that is a narrower window and can be difficult to time properly.

How do you get rid of grubs naturally?

So, let’s look at some home remedies for grubs and natural ways to get rid of grubs.

1. Encourage birds to hang out in your yard.
2. Feed your chickens.
3. Limit irrigation.
4. Relocate them.
5. Treat with milky spore.
6. Introduce beneficial nematodes.
7. Apply neem oil.
8. Repel the beetles.

What is the best time to treat for grubs?

What is the difference between grass grub and Porina?

The porina caterpillar causes similar damage to lawn grass and pastures as grass grub. However it tends to feed on leaves rather than roots.

What is the best grub killer for lawns?

• BEST OVERALL: BioAdvanced Granules 700745S 24 Hour Grub Killer.
• BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: Scotts GrubEX1 Grub Killer for Lawns.
• BEST PREVENTATIVE: St.
• BEST READY-TO-SPRAY: BIOADVANCED 700280B Complete Insect Killer.
• BEST FAST-ACTING: Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer.

Is it too late to treat for grubs?

When does grass grub start in New Zealand?

Grass grub is found throughout New Zealand and is considered to be New Zealand’s major pasture and lawn pest. Grass grub lawn damage shows as patchy areas of dead grass; usually seen from March. It will also attack the roots of other plants including pot plants.

When to apply Bioshield Grass Grub for GG?

Best success is through early applications of chemical in February-March, when GG are smaller. Mob stocking and heavy rolling when soil is damp can reduce GG populations, but effects are variable. Bioshield Grass Grub® a bio-pesticide produced by Ballance, is also available for GG control.

When to use lawnpro to get rid of grass grub?

To get rid of grass grub follow these steps: Apply LawnPro Protect on the grass paddock and lawns you wish to protect from grass grub. Ideal for use from February to late Autumn, but can be used effectively through to Spring and Summer.

When do grass grubs lay eggs in soil?

Grass grub lawn damage shows as patchy areas of dead grass; usually seen from March. It will also attack the roots of other plants including pot plants. Eggs of the New Zealand grass grub are laid in the soil during spring/summer (Nov-Dec); normally hatching after about 2 weeks.