Avoid the Chinch Club

 

The Chinch Bug Club is now open for business on YOUR lawn, causing damage from June 28th to mid July depending on what area you live in.

Those living closer to the lake will experience signs of activity first as your turf buffet gets attacked by this invasive pest.

So, what to do?

Since we are under bylaws that prohibit the ability to kill them outright, we must turn to other methods to make life difficult for this insect.

They don't like deeply hydrated lawns, so keeping it wet is a good idea. Adding a soapy mixture (dish soap will do) to affected areas creates a inhospitable environment also.

Cutting your grass on an angle is another tool you can use. Laying plastic over the infested area at night and then removing it in the morning when they are all clinging to the underside is another method. Some people will tell you to simply Shop-Vac the little buggers up when they are present. 

Which ever way you choose, or what ever combo plan you utilize, this is one club you don't want to join. The dues are too high.