Category: Pest Control
Brood X Cicadas: 4 Things You Need to Know
Cicadas emerge every year, and 2021 is the year of Brood X. As a part of the Megacicada family, these flying insects have spent the last 17 years below ground, sucking sap from tree roots. Experts expect Brood X to emerge sometime between now and mid-May in about 13 states, including right here in North […]
3 Helpful Lawn Insects
Does the sight of any bug in your lawn send you running in the opposite direction? If you nodded your head in agreement, then you’re not alone. Many people go scrambling for the bug killer when they spot an insect, but that shouldn’t always be the case. While not all lawn insects are beneficial, there […]
Choose Nature’s Select® for Your Lawn Care Needs
Though it doesn’t currently feel like it, spring is not that far away here in North Carolina, and soon you’ll need to start paying closer attention to your lawn. Are you prepared to handle your own lawn care this year, or is it time to outsource that particular job? Once you decide to hire a […]
Yes, Your Lawn Needs Treatments in Cold Weather
Many homeowners in the Winston-Salem area make the mistake of completely ignoring their lawns during the cold winter months. They mow one last time in the fall, rake up the leaves, and then clock out until spring. However, at Nature’s Select®, our select lawn care program includes seven applications for year-round lawn care, to produce […]
The 4 Stages of the White Grub Lifecycle
For a healthy lawn to thrive, all living organisms must work together, including worms, bugs, and microorganisms. However, grubs of beetles are not helpful, and many can cause significant damage. As trusted professional lawn care experts, Nature’s Select Sandhills treat lawns throughout the area for grub damage. We see these pests all the time, so […]
Do I Have Moles or Voles?
Despite your best efforts in proper lawn care, sometimes your lawn and landscaping can be attacked by small underground rodents. In Sandhills, NC, both moles and voles are a common problem for homeowners, destroying plant roots and creating dirt mounds throughout lawns. If you’re looking for expert care and solutions, then reach out to the […]
3 Fall Lawn Care Mistakes to Avoid
Summer is coming to an end and it’s time to prepare for fall. For many homeowners, that means it’s time to start thinking about how to care for their lawns through the fall months and into winter. While it may seem like you’re almost done for the season, there are actually several fall lawn care […]
Nature’s Select Pest Control Services
Pests can wreak havoc on your green grass, and no one wants to run barefoot through bug-infested lawns. And your best bet is prevention. At Nature’s Select®, we believe that that true pest management isn’t about extermination and eradication, it’s about controlling the pest population in order to limit the amount of damage they can […]
Why Fertilizer Is Important
If you’re a new homeowner, you might not yet be fully accustomed to caring for a lawn. You may think you can skip things like watering and fertilizer, and just let nature do its thing. However, our team at Nature’s Select® is here to tell you that, if you want a lawn to be proud […]
4 Tips to Keep Your Trees and Shrubs Healthy
Trees and shrubs are a key elements of a beautiful lawn. They provide shade, places for kids to play, and their beauty continues to change throughout the year. Our team at Nature’s Select® knows you want to guard your investment in your lawn, and the best place to start is by caring for your trees. […]