Don’t let pests ruin your good times this summer.
Weve all been there.
Sitting at the pool or having dinner with friends in the yard and suddenly we feel itchy.
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We scratch our arms or legs and notice tiny bugs flying around.
Its mosquitoes, again!
If you feel like mosquitoes are always attracted to your yard, it’s probably not a coincidence.
Standing water stems from poorly draining soil, irrigation system issues, clogged gutters, and more.
Hicks also recommends getting help if you cant do it on your own.
This is because debris gives mosquitos shelter from the wind and other elements.
It makes it a safe place for them to nest and reproduce.
see to it to properly store or dispose of any lawn clutter and keep firewood off the ground.
You Forgot to Mow
Dont have time to mow?
Put these things on your to-do list immediately because overgrown lawns are ideal spots for mosquitoes to nest.
The combination of standing water and thick, dense grass offers them protection and nourishment to reproduce.
So Hicks advises keeping food covered outside.
Then see to it to properly dispose of any leftovers in a covered compost bin.
Cleaning up after outdoor meals can also keep your space tidy and mosquito-free.
Then consider plantingmosquito-repelling plantsto help keep the bugs away naturally.
While this isnt cheap, it may be worth the money if these bugs are truly ruining your summer.
