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White larvae are the larvae of various beetles that feed on the fibers of the grass roots for the lawn. The chewed grass weakens and turns brown. These pests are the most difficult to remove.

Steps

1. 1 Maintain the health of your lawn. This is the best way to keep out white grubs. This involves fertilizing, mulching, not cutting too short, and planting drought-resistant grass on your lawn if you live in an arid region.
2. 2 Ventilate well. Beetles love compacted enough soil to lay the larvae. Fluffy soil is less preferable for insects.
3. 3 Water your lawn well once a week. 2.5 cm / 1 inch water penetration ensures the health of your lawn.
4. 4 Check for signs of infestation with white larvae. As the larvae eat the grass, it fades and weakens. The area of ​​grass becomes soft and loose, and it will be easy to lift the sod, which should be done to check for larvae.Other animals, like birds and skunks, will have the urge to dig in the lawn to find the larvae. It is important to establish the type of larvae in order to determine the type of treatment. different types of wrestling have different effectiveness.
5. 5 Use lactic acid bacteria. It is a natural remedy in granular form. Spores in granules are capable of destroying larvae. The effect of this method lasts for years. However, this method is effective only in killing the larvae of the Japanese beetle and does not cope well with other species.
6. 6 Use of nematodes. They can be used for some types of larvae. Follow the directions on the label. The use of nematodes requires quick handling as they are living beings. Some are more effective, so do your research before buying.
7. 7 Use the thorns of death. This method is our favorite because its use is quite simple and beneficial for the environment. Just put on your lawn aeration shoes (these shoes don't actually blow) and walk across your lawn 4-5 times. These shoes contain spikes about 2 inches (5 cm) long and spaced half an inch (1.25 cm) apart. Since the larvae usually live ½ to 2.5 inches (1.25-6.25 cm) deep and eat the roots of your plants underground, lawn walking is a good method of controlling the larval population. These thorns are safe for the surrounding animals, and, most importantly, you do not use pesticides to get rid of pests.
8. 8 Try a mixture of diatomaceous earth and laundry detergent in a ratio of 6 to 9 kg per 100 m2. You can also use a tablespoon of feverfew diluted in 4 liters. water. Spray at least one type of mixture around your lawn.
9. 9 Help your lawn withstand the cold. Apply potassium-rich fertilizers such as seaweed during the fall. This will help keep your lawn strong and healthy until warmer months.
10. 10 Use industrial chemicals. Check with your local agricultural center. This method is not recommended because leads to the use of chemicals with long-term effects on the health of the lawn, the environment, you, your family members, and your children and animals.

Tips

• If you grow potatoes and carrots, the white larvae can feed on them.

What do you need

• Knowledge about white larvae and their species
• The methods of struggle described in the article
• Fertilizers and manure for lawn health