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When property managers hear “pest control" in relation to their green spaces, they naturally think
of damage caused by grubs, insects, or small animals. As Property Maintenance Professionals,
we see it all as pest damage, regardless if it's caused by plant or animal. The Illinois EPA
(Environmental Protection Agency) defines any unwanted invader as a pest. Hence any herbicide
or insecticide applied to rid your turf of pests is called a pesticide. TSI has licensed Pesticide
Applicators to apply these products.
Pest Control of Your Commercial Green Space Means Addressing Dandelions Also…
Dandelions are a perennial weed, but if not controlled, each plant's crown and root system will
remain alive after the leaves have died in Autumn. Treating the problem this year won't completely
rid you of them next year. One dandelion plant can generate up to 15,000 seeds that can survive
up to six years buried in the earth.
Eradication treatments should continue each spring. Maintenance treatments then follow to keep
the green spaces lush and void of dandelions.
Dandelion season is in full swing and it’s not too late to have TSI knock them out. If you need
dandelion control services, now is the time to act! Fill out our Request For Quote Form.
If You Have Bare, Dead Patches that Attract Feeding Birds: You May Have Grub Damage…
If you've noticed patches in your lawn where the turf is thin or bare, there are many possible
causes: lack of fertilizer, drought stress from last year, or the existence of grubs below the
surface. If you've seen birds feeding in and around the dead patches, there's a good chance that
it's grub damage. To be sure, grab a shovel and turn over a few areas a few inches deep. You'll be
looking for inch long C-shaped white grubs. Once verified, an insecticide needs to be applied.
There are a multitude of pesticides that can be used, including some safer, longer term controls.
Over a quarter century of research suggests that watering immediately after application, with a
half inch of irrigation or rain, helps to yield optimum results. After the grass has thoroughly dried,
people and pets can then safely walk on it again.
This is a good time of year to arrange grub control service for your commercial property. Prime
grub season is on the way. Grubs that hatched last fall and dug in will destroy your lawn causing
damage that may last for years. Call the commercial lawn care experts at TSI and schedule your
weed and grub control services today!
To learn more about TSI dandelion, weed & grub control services fill out our Request For Quote
Form.
Online TSI Newsletter
May 23, 2018
Chicago’s Best Grounds Maintenance Company
Explains Why Dandelions & Grubs are Both
Considered Lawn Pests & What Can be Done