Tag: Pest Control
3 Principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
As a homeowner, you may have heard of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as a way to control pests in your lawn and garden. But what exactly does IPM entail? Nature’s Select Sandhills outlines the three main principles of IPM and how they can help you maintain a healthy and pest-free outdoor space.
5 Ways to Create a Pollinator Heaven
Creating a garden that attracts and supports pollinators is not only beneficial for the environment, but it can also add beauty and interest to your landscape. By planting various flowers, shrubs, and trees that provide nectar and pollen, you can create a haven for bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other vital pollinators. Below, Nature’s Select Triangle […]
3 Reasons to Treat for Mosquitos in the Spring
As the weather warms up and we start spending more time outdoors, nothing can ruin a beautiful day quite like a swarm of mosquitos. These pesky insects leave itchy bites and can transmit diseases such as West Nile virus and Zika. That’s why it’s essential to take proactive measures to treat for mosquitos. So, if […]
3 Reasons Moles Love Your Lawn
Moles are a nuisance when they start to dig up your lawn. It can be frustrating when you try to get them to go away, only for them to keep coming back. What you may not know is that there are three reasons why moles love your lawn! So, if any of these apply to […]
Lawn Pests: 3 Facts About Billbugs
Billbugs and their grubs attack both warm and cool-season grasses. Their approach to destroying lawns is to eat the grass, blade by blade, leaving lawns with patchy, scattered brown spots. So when it appears there’s a billbug infestation, Nature’s Select Piedmont has just what you need. We’ll teach you these three facts and treat your […]
5 Types of Mosquitoes in North Carolina
Mosquitoes are, by far, the most annoying outdoor pest for homeowners. These flying bloodsuckers thrive where there are ample water sources and plenty to feast on. Unfortunately, North Carolina is a hotbed for mosquito colonies, especially in regions where the weather is hot and humid. Thankfully, Nature’s Select Sandhills has the right biological treatment that […]
Common Signs of Voles
Maintaining a stunning lawn takes time and money, especially since it can add significant curb appeal and value to your home. Unfortunately, many homeowners eventually deal with underground rodent problems. Voles not only wreak havoc on your lawn and landscaping but they’re often confused for moles or other rodents. So, here are some signs you […]
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 […]