How Do You Get Rid Of Ladybugs Humanely?
In North America, there are more than 450 species of ladybugs. Adult ladybugs, also known as lady beetles, measure about a quarter-inch long, with black spots covering their yellow-, orange- or red-colored shells. Becoming active in spring and warm winter days, a few ladybugs in the yard at a time is fine, but a swarm of them becomes a nuisance. There are ways to keep ladybugs from invading the yard and garden, and ways to control them in the home. Grow petunias, radishes and onions in your garden or lawn, all of which serve as ladybug deterrents. Make a chemical-free spray with garlic cloves, dried hot pepper, minced onion, soap and hot water. Allow the mixture to sit for one to two days, then spray on grass or plant leaves; spray regularly and after each rainfall. Pour a little water in bright yellow pots and containers. Place them in areas where you don’t want ladybugs because they do not like the color yellow and will avoid it. Purchase a light trap designed for trapping ladybugs i
