Do you suspect a sod webworm issue in your lawn? Discover how to identify a sod webworm invasion at home. Sod University offers both chemical and non-chemical treatment options. Like any other pest, sod webworms are unsightly and can cause lawn damage, so understanding best...
If you have noticed small tunnels appearing near the surface of your soil, or your lawn begins to feel spongy, you may be noticing symptoms of mole crickets. Sometimes, grass may seem to turn brown and die in these areas. This week, Sod University takes...
The southern chinch bug is the most common one found throughout the Southeast. It will also be the focus of this particular Sod University blog, although treatment usually remains consistent between the differing varieties. Despite the fact that chinch bugs are tiny and almost invisible...
As a follow-up to this previous blog, Sod University takes an even deeper look at the grub worm. Once you learn more about the grub worm and are able to accurately identify a have a grub worm infestation, you can then begin strategizing ways to...
If you see concentrated areas of damage in your lawn, you first need to recognize what is causing the damage: insects or disease. To determine exactly what could be causing it, the best thing to do is send in a sample to your local university...
In many regions on the United States, loosely constructed fire ant mounds pop-up all over yards and around buildings overnight. While the mounds are unattractive, they are not necessarily bad for the health of a lawn; however, fire ants are more than just an unsightly...
The summer (think: live outside, cookout, play in the grass) season is here. There are so many great things about summer, but it’s also prime insect season. While flying insects can be a nuisance for your outdoor enjoyment, it’s important to pay special attention to...
We have all been there; the weather just starts getting nice. It's warm but not too hot, humid but not overbearing. The trees are just starting to green up and the birds are chirping. You decide to have some friends over for drinks and a...
Moles are ground-dwelling carnivores that can cause your lawn and garden major havoc. These feisty pests are carnivores interested in feasting on insects, not grass and plants....
The southern chinch bug, Blissus insularis, is a common turfgrass pest in the Southeast. Without question, its preferred meal of choice is St. Augustine grass, but it has been known to feed on other grass varieties including zoysia and centipede....
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