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Your grass suddenly looks a sorry sight, with yellow patches, bare patches, and birds pecking away at your lawn. Chances are you're dealing with leatherjackets. But what exactly are they, how long do they stay under your lawn, and why are they so persistent? Time to unravel the life cycle of these underground culprits. How long do leatherjackets live? A leatherjacket is the larva of the crane fly and lives in the soil for about 6 to 8 months . During that time, they feed on the roots of grass and other plants, literally eating your lawn from the bottom...

A garden teeming with life isn't just beautiful to look at; it's also incredibly useful. Simply put, biodiversity means having many different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms together. And the more diverse your garden, the stronger the natural balance. That's good news for birds, bees, and you. Did you know that a biodiverse garden helps prevent pests without resorting to chemicals? More species means fewer pests In a garden with little biodiversity, pests have free rein. If only one type of plant is growing, aphids, snails, or beetles can easily spread without resistance. But in a garden full of...

It's been raining heavily these past few days. And while your plants might be happy about that, unfortunately, it also brings a lot of unwanted visitors. Because when it rains, the world of pests changes. Some species sprout from the ground, while others seek out the warmth of your home. Time to discover what to expect and how to protect your garden and home. Why Rain Affects Pests Rain doesn't just mean water for your plants, but also a change of habitat for insects and pests. Here's how it works: Flooded burrows: many insects normally live underground. When the ground...

First, let's clear up a misconception: nematodes aren't hard-hitting ant soldiers who wage war en masse against anything with six legs. So they don't kill ants. What they do do is make an area so unpleasant for ants that they decide to leave. And that secretly makes them a surprisingly effective way to tackle ant infestation. Without violence, without poison, and without harming your plants or other animals . What exactly do nematodes do? Nematodes are microscopic creatures, actually tiny worms, that naturally live in the soil. They're often used to control the larvae of soil-dwelling pests like fungus gnats...