How Do You Apply Lime To Lawn To Kill Grubs?
For some, a lush green lawn is a crowning achievement. If you have a grub problem, these pesky insects can ruin a beautiful lawn by laying eggs and feeding on the roots of the grass, resulting in bare spots that will leave your lawn less than attractive. There are a few ways to rid your lawn of these pests, the most common being a lime application. Determine the extent of the infestation. Most grass can handle 10 grubs per square foot. With a flat spade, cut back a 6-inch by 6-inch sample of your lawn. Count the grubs in the top 3 inches of soil. Continue this procedure around your lawn approximately a dozen times to determine your problem spots. You should apply lime to areas containing more than three grubs. Check the ph level of your lawn before applying lime. Ideal ph should be 6.3 to 7.0. Spoon a small amount of soil from various areas around the yard. Put the soil samples in separate marked sandwich bags (i.e., near tree, near garage), then shake. Test the soil samples with a ph