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juju's petals
Citizen
Username: Jujus_petals
Post Number: 247
Registered: 5-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 8:29 am: | 
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We have/had a grub problem in our front and back yard. Sections of dead sod that come right up. And I saw just lots of grubs in the soil while creating new flowerbeds along the sides. (Proud mom moment: I taught my squeemish daughter to delight in squishing them between her thumb and forefinger when we find them while planting or weeding.)
The front yard problem was really painful because we just had new sod put in about two years ago (yes, grubs are a new sod risk). So, first we treated the yards with "Grubex" in a fit of Home Depot madness. It felt so wrong though -- like I was nepalming the yard. Next step is the more environmentally friendly and probably just more effective Milky Spore.
For you who have battled grubs and won . . How to do you apply the milky spore to the lawn (our can is in the mail)? What's the best time to apply it -- how warm does the soil need to be? And, is there anything else we can do to get rid of these nasty little creatures?
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The Libertarian
Citizen
Username: Local_1_crew
Post Number: 1996
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 12:18 pm: |
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Proud mom moment: I taught my squeemish daughter to delight in squishing them between her thumb and forefinger when we find them while planting or weeding.
nothing like the joyful moment when you can teach someone random cruelty. what a proud mom you must be!
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davidbuckley
Citizen
Username: Davidbuckley
Post Number: 562
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 12:27 pm: |
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TL:
What would you do?
Squish well, all.
David |
TomD
Citizen
Username: Tomd
Post Number: 414
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 1:49 pm: |
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TL:
Maybe you should start a home for orphaned grubs? We can round them all up along with other pests and drop them by your place where perhaps they'll be more comfortable. Little grubs little grubs should have a big grub to look up to.
Then again, you appear to be the one pursuing "random cruelty" with your totally unwarranted and out of line attack. |
The Libertarian
Citizen
Username: Local_1_crew
Post Number: 2006
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 7:11 pm: |
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unwarranted? try again.
you wouldnt do it to a dog, why is the grub ok? cause it isnt furry? |
TomD
Citizen
Username: Tomd
Post Number: 415
Registered: 5-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 - 10:10 pm: |
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I feel like I've dropped an IQ point by even seeming to validate something this ridiculous with an answer but...
It's because they're grubs.
It's no different from stepping on a roach or swatting a mosquito (except perhaps that the roach and mosquito are probably much more evolved than the grub). I have to assume you have some sort of a catch and release program for insects. You can go to Home Depot and buy Grubex to kill them and yet unless you go to a much more screwed up Home Depot than I do, you can buy Dogex.
Look closely. Notice any differences? Ever have hear anyone say, "Man, lawn is infested with basset hounds!"
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Politicalmon
Citizen
Username: Politicalmon
Post Number: 123
Registered: 9-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2006 - 3:46 pm: |
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We also have had the dreaded grub infestation - Milky spores are the way to go; natural bacteria that kills those high protein root eaters. I found a good price for Milky Spores at Agway in Morristown, Home Depot’s the price is ridiculous. Make sure you purchase in large quantities since the average price per lb will be lower. The process requires multiple applications of the spores in order to take effect – the bacteria will accumulate in the soil and once the spores are established the grubs will be leaving your yard for a couple years.
Also keep the spores away from any fresh water streams that lead to lakes or ponds.
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Tom Reingold
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Username: Noglider
Post Number: 13913
Registered: 1-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, April 27, 2006 - 5:17 pm: |
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I'm building a termite nest! All the termites have lost their way in my neighborhood.
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juju's petals
Citizen
Username: Jujus_petals
Post Number: 248
Registered: 5-2003
| | Posted on Friday, April 28, 2006 - 8:37 am: |
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Allrighty then. . . .Thanks for the heads-up on the need for a large qty of milky spore and where we can find it well priced. And a heads-up for self-righteous trolls: I CRUSH YOU!
Here's little Kids in the Hall for the rest of you:
Cast:
Mark- Headcrusher
Scott - businessman
Mark: Hey, Wall Street! Don't panic! I mean, I'm only crushing your heads!! Crush you! (Looking at businessmen) What the hell do you guys find to talk about anyway? (In mocking voice) 'Well, I like to put my money into Texaco.' 'Well, I like to put it into Gulf.' 'Well, I put my money in my mattress.' 'Well, I put my money in my wallet.' You're boring me! I'm crushing your head! I'm crushing your head! Hey! I just renamed your firm Merrill Lynch and the Flathead! I crush you. (salutes) Hail to you, wretched bike courier! On streets of shame, choking on car exhaust, just trying to carve out that slice of the American dream with your two-wheeled knife! I pity you. And I crush you! Sorry, nothing personal, I'm apolitical!! I'm crushing-
Scott: Excuse me. What are you doing?
Mark: I'm doing something…
Scott: Uh, what? Like, like what?
Mark: Ah, something….With people…
Scott: What - what are you doing?
Mark: Hold that thought. Conference call. (runs to face Scott) I'm crushing your head!! I'm crushing your head! I'm crushing your head!! That's what I'm doing! Flathead! Like putty, in my hands! These business boys!
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Politicalmon
Citizen
Username: Politicalmon
Post Number: 124
Registered: 9-2005
| | Posted on Friday, April 28, 2006 - 9:18 am: |
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An then their was the movie |
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