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You mean grass is not native Florida ground cover? Southwest Florida is hot and the summers seem to never end. Most of us love it. Having some great shade trees in our yards can give us some relief from the sun. If we can shade our homes, we can help keep our AC costs down as well. The only problem ...

The summer is over, but recent rains have kept the mosquitos around. So how to stop mosquito bites from itching? Here are 3 specifics you can do right now. No one likes being bitten by a mosquito. From feeling that first initial sting and looking down to see the insect park on your skin with its teeth stuck in you, ...

A bed bug exterminator may be needed as these infestations are one of those issues that can’t be ignored. Very few of them go away on their own, and many have undesirable side effects that would drive even the best of people insane. Of these, bed bugs are undoubtedly the worst. These little bugs tend to crawl out a night, ...

Florida ants always get a bad reputation. There are so many of them, they get into everything, and they can be difficult to get rid of. However, as long as they stay out of our homes, ants are actually beneficial to the backyard gardener. So, put down the insecticide and learn a little more about these misunderstood creatures. You may ...

How can we help Florida butterflies survive? Butterfly species across the Northern United States are decreasing in population at alarming rates. The Monarch butterfly, one of the most well-known species, has received the most attention as its spectacular migrations have noticeably fewer butterflies with every passing year. However, factors that are causing this decrease in Monarch population are taking a toll ...

White Grubs will eventually grow up to be June Beetles, also known as May Beetles. Gardeners frequently find these C-shaped bugs in their gardens and lawns. They are easily identifiable by their white body, legs located near their head, and their classic C-shape. These pests feed on the roots of grass causing damage and can even kill the lawn where ...

Pest control for hurricane season is important to consider when hurricane season rolls around. Homeowners see an increase in pest infestations. As we are busy getting ready for the coming storms so are all of the local wildlife. Larger animals tend to leave the area but even the smallest of creatures are getting ready to ride out the weather. If ...

Just the mention of termites in your home is enough to terrify any homeowner. These tiny insects can go unnoticed for years wreaking havoc on your home. We've all seen homes tented for days to fully eliminate these destructive pests. As a responsible homeowner it's important to be aware that any home is susceptible. This means that you need to ...

Nothing beats homemade cookies, it's one of the best smells in the world to come home to. But nothing seems worse than opening your bag of flour to discover pantry moths have taken over. Although there are several types of moth that could find their way into your flour and other pantry items, they are most likely pantry pests or ...

Restaurant pest control is something owners and managers may feel hesitant about.  They may be reluctant to hire a pest control professional even if they have seen a few bugs running around. They may be trying to save money, or fear what people will think, but regardless of the reasoning, maintaining a healthy and clean environment is essential for a ...