GrubsSimply put-Grubs are a nuisance!

Grubs are the offspring produced by beetles such as June and Japanese beetles. Upon hatching they begin feeding on turf roots which down the road leads to them destroying the turf. With lack of root systems, grass then loses the ability to absorb the water it needs. Depending upon your conditions, (soil type, irrigation or not, generally wet lawns, generally dry lawns and full sun) the effects of these ugly things may be different.

The signs of grub problems include irregular brown patches, dead turf patches that can easily be rolled up or spongey feeling turf areas. Other signs include skunk holes which are about 3-4 inches deep scattered through the yard. Mole tunnels are another sign, but not always as they also like to go after and eat earthworms.

If you have seen some of these signs, there is a chance you have grubs. A good rule of thumb is if you have six or more grubs in a square foot area, treatment is recommended. Treatment is completed with systemic insecticides. The insecticide is applied, absorbed by the turf roots and as the grubs feed on the roots, they die off. Treating lawns for grubs helps give the protection it needs.