What fine weather we are about to enjoy! October is one of Austin's best months for mild weather days. Here are some pests to watch out for, and how to take them on:
You may notice grub worms in your lawn or garden. This is a clear indication that your soil is lackluster and needs so supplements. The best remedy is to spread beneficial nematodes (obtain at a local garden store), top dress your lawn or garden with rich soil or compost.
Brown patch is another popular ailment noticeable this time of year. Look for large circles of browning lawn, especially in St. Augustine grass. Apply a baking soda spray, and stay away from high nitrogen fertilizers. My experience is main stream lawn maintenance companies overdose your lawn and garden in nitrogen so you grass is extra green, and extra depleted!
Powdery Mildew is another popular one this time of year. You will see this on Crape Myrtles, Lantanas, and other flowering trees and shrubs. Use an anti-fungal spray that is organic or baking sods spray!
Final one to watch out for are those pesky mosquitoes! Put bird feeders out near your home to encourage wildlife. Make a bat house and put it in a high and unused area facing South. These awesome creatures can eat 500 - 1000 mosquitoes in one hour.
You may notice grub worms in your lawn or garden. This is a clear indication that your soil is lackluster and needs so supplements. The best remedy is to spread beneficial nematodes (obtain at a local garden store), top dress your lawn or garden with rich soil or compost.
Brown patch is another popular ailment noticeable this time of year. Look for large circles of browning lawn, especially in St. Augustine grass. Apply a baking soda spray, and stay away from high nitrogen fertilizers. My experience is main stream lawn maintenance companies overdose your lawn and garden in nitrogen so you grass is extra green, and extra depleted!
Powdery Mildew is another popular one this time of year. You will see this on Crape Myrtles, Lantanas, and other flowering trees and shrubs. Use an anti-fungal spray that is organic or baking sods spray!
Final one to watch out for are those pesky mosquitoes! Put bird feeders out near your home to encourage wildlife. Make a bat house and put it in a high and unused area facing South. These awesome creatures can eat 500 - 1000 mosquitoes in one hour.
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