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How to Remove Moles and Voles

5/13/2021

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What are moles and voles? 

Moles are small creatures with shovel like hands; and they can be grey, black, or brown. They live underground and their den consists of several passageways. They operate underground to protect themselves from harmful predators. They habitat your lawn to consume insects and larvae.

Voles are mouse like creatures that operate underground similar to moles. Voles are herbivores and mostly eat plant roots. If you see dying plants or bushes, then they may be the cause. 
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When moles and voles burrow into your yard, they produce holes and underground tunnels. Those underground tunnels will make your yard less stable and uneven; and the holes will become an eyesore. There could also be uproot and damage to vegitation and plants. 
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How to get rid of moles and voles:

You can exterminate moles with poison, traps, and repellents. However, sometimes moles and voles go away on their own whenever they have nothing left to eat. Moles eat insects and worms, while voles eat vegitation.

Over watering your yard may cause more complications. Moles are drawn to burrow in soft soil as this type of soil is easier to burrow through and create a home.

Repellents can also rid your landscape of moles and voles. They emit a smell that is distasteful to certain rodents. Repellents contain castor oil which is the main ingredient that they do not like. Traps and bait can also be used, and it will most likely kill them.

Additionally, making sure your lawn cut properly helps to get rid of voles. This is because voles will sometimes hide in excess mulch and grass.

If moles and voles continue to invade your yard after exterminating them, there is another method to keep them out. You can install an underground fence around your landscape, so that it is harder for them burrow and infest your yard. 

How to treat your yard properly:

Rodenticides are essentially pesticides that are used to rid the rodents in your yard. Applying rodenticides incorrectly can cause problems for your pets. They can cause your pet to vomit, drool, become nauseous, have reparatory complications, seizures, arrhythmia, comas, and diarrhea if applied incorrectly. They can also cause similar problems for humans. If you believe that there are any complications go seek medical aid. 

Make sure that you are always following the instructions and applying only the amount you need. Additionally, make sure that you are applying it only in the places necessary during proper weather conditions. Windy weather can cause pesticides to spread to unwanted places. 
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How to Get Rid of Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale

4/15/2020

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Why are my crepe myrtles turning black? What are these white specs on my crepe myrtles? If you are asking yourself these questions, you likely have crepe myrtle bark scale on your trees. It was introduced to the United States in the mid-2000s in Texas. Crepe myrtle bark scale made its way over to Louisiana shortly afterwards.
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How to Identify Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale

Crepe myrtle bark scale is easy to identify. Look at your crepe myrtles. Do they have gray or white "felt covered" specs on the crepe myrtles bark? Are those specs surrounded by a black growth? Odds are you have crepe myrtle bark scale. CMBS tends to take hold in pruning sites, young growth, and branch crotches.

If you have sooty mold and insects on the plant's leaves instead of the bark, you most likely have an aphid problem. Luckily, the problem can be solved following the steps below.

How to Get Rid of Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale

Crepe myrtle bark scale affects crepe myrtles more that are unhealthy. Crepe myrtles that are subjected to poor pruning habits (looking at you crepe myrtle toppers) are more likely to get bad bark problems. Maintain proper pruning methods to keep your trees healthy.

The best time to treat is in during spring, between April and May. A soil drench or deep root treatment using a product containing imidacloprid. You can find this in any hardware store. Follow the mixing instructions and treat the area all around the drip line of the crepe myrtle. Be certain to rake back any mulch before treatment. You can rake the mulch back into place once the treatment has dried. Treat it again the following year to ensure you do not have a resurgence.

During the winter, you can use a dormant oil spray when all the leaves have fallen off the crepe myrtle. This should only be used during the winter and it should be a dormant oil containing paraffin, not some of the lighter oil varieties since they will not kill off the scale.

There have been some success with contact insecticides. Insecticides containing bifenthirin have had limited success. This solution works better on younger scale.

Insect growth regulators as a crawler spray are useful in stopping the crepe myrtle bark scale's life cycle. The solutions will have to be used by a professional since they are restricted use products. Products containing pyriproxyfen or buprofezin have had good success in scale crawler control. Apply when crawlers are active and spray to coat the affected area, this is usually spring.

How to Get Rid of Black Sooty Mold

You've killed off the scale, but the black sooty mold remains. The most affordable, and quickest option is to clean it off. Put a couple of tablespoons of dish soap and warm water in a five gallon bucket. Lightly scrub the affected areas with a soft bristle brush that has been dipped in the soapy solution.

Contact us today to have us get rid of your crepe myrtle bark scale problem.
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Don't Waste Your Money Buying Ladybugs for Natural Insect Control

3/11/2018

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​Ladybugs are a natural way to keep plant pests in check... sorta. There is an organic gardening push to purchase ladybugs and release them in your garden as a natural way to eliminate pests like aphids. There is a problem. When you release them, they fly away. They go many miles away because ladybugs naturally spread out so they don’t overcrowd one another's territory so there is enough food to survive. ​
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An alternative is green lacewings, but they can become a problem if their population grows too much. If you have to buy a helpful bug, get green lacewings. An okay solution if you are trying to do organic gardening is to make a ladybug friendly environment. They will come to you. Grow a large variety of plants. Let some aphids live. It will attract ladybugs to your garden. Use manual removal on your plants if things start to bug out too much.

If you are trying to grow an organic garden, the best advice is to grow plants that do the best in your environment. I know this sounds pretty simple, but a lot of people do not follow this advice. Trying to grow your favorite variety of tomato may taste the best to you, but will be near impossible to grow if it is swarmed by insects daily. Choose the easiest variety of what you want grown and you will be much more successful as an organic backyard farmer.

Give us a call if you have any questions about natural insect control for your garden.
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Baton Rouge Mosquito Control - West Nile Threat Highest In September and October

9/29/2014

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The Center for Disease Control and Prevention showed West Nile infected 2,469 people last year and cause 119 deaths. The virus is transmitted by mosquitoes that have bitten infected birds and then feast on a human host. September and October are the worst months for the virus and your highest chance to contract it. Be sure to keep using personal mosquito repellent and wear long sleeve shirts and pants when possible. Fortunately, only 1 in 5 people who contract the virus develop fever, and less than a percent develop anything serious. If you suspect you may have contracted West Nile, please see a doctor as soon as you can.

GreenSeasons Mosquito Misting Systems

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Let GreenSeasons get take care of your mosquito problem with a mosquito misting system. GreenSeasons is a professional pest control company servicing the greater Baton Rouge, greater New Orleans, Slidell, Prairieville, Walker, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baker, Zachary, Hammond and Covington areas. If you have a mosquito problem, just click here for a free quote  and we will give you a call or call us at (888) 353-1971.

If you would simply like some advice on DIY pest control, please contact us and we will help.  
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Baton Rouge Pest Control - Fall Pest Prevention

9/1/2014

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Fall creates a new need in pests, including rodents, cockroaches, and spiders. The changing weather lets them know to seek out a place to survive winter. A convenient place for them happens to be your home. Taking a few steps to pest proof your home now will reduce the chance of uninvited guest for winter.

Tips for fall pest proofing your home:
  • Locate pest entrances and seal them.
  • Seal gaps doors and windows.
  • Store firewood at least 20 feet away from house.
  • Keep shrubs well trimmed, at least 6” off home.
  • Secure dryer vent.
  • Repair damaged screens.
  • Caulk gaps between trim and siding.
  • Clean and seal off soffit gaps.
  • Use metal mesh to in weep holes between bricks.
  • Check pipes for moisture.
  • Keep pet food sealed and out of reach.
  • Eliminate clutter in cabinets.
  • Remove debris and clutter from yard.


GreenSeasons Professional Pest Control

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Let GreenSeasons get take care of your pest problem. GreenSeasons is a professional pest control company servicing the greater Baton Rouge, greater New Orleans, Slidell, Prairieville, Walker, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baker, Zachary, Hammond and Covington areas. If you think you have a a pest problem or just don't want to have your home checked, just click here for a free quote  and we will give you a call or call us at (888) 353-1971.

If you would simply like some advice on DIY pest control, please contact us and we will help.  
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Baton Rouge Mosquito Control - Mosquito Disease Prevention

5/3/2014

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The weather is warming up and it is a great time to go outside and eat some good food. That is exactly what the mosquitoes are going to do. So before you head outside to cook with family, friends and pets, take the appropriate precautions against mosquitoes.

Mosquito Borne Diseases in People

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Below is a list of diseases transmitted by mosquitoes that affect people with links to the Center for Disease Control:
  • Allergic Reactions
  • Eastern Equine Encephalitis
  • Dengue Fever
  • Malaria
  • Yellow Fever
  • West Nile Virus

Mosquito Borne Diseases in Pets

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Below is a list of diseases transmitted by mosquitoes that will affect animals with links for more information:
  • Allergic Reactions
  • Eastern Equine Encephalitis
  • Heartworms
  • Rift Valley Fever
  • West Nile Virus

Mosquito Prevention

Keep people and pets indoor during dusk and dawn. This is when mosquitoes are most active.
Use mosquito repellents. Use mosquito repellents labeled for pets on animals.
Eliminate standing water areas around your home.
Mosquito treatments in your yard will greatly reduce the number of mosquitoes.
A mosquito misting system will virtually eliminate the mosquito presence at your home.
Long sleeves and pants help, but no one wears either when it is hot.

GreenSeasons Mosquito Control

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Let GreenSeasons get rid of your mosquito problem. GreenSeasons is a professional mosquito control company servicing the greater Baton Rouge, greater New Orleans, Slidell, Prairieville, Walker, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baker, Zachary, Hammond and Covington areas. If you think you have a a mosquito problem or just don't want to get bit anymore, just click here for a free quote  and we will give you a call or call us at (888) 353-1971.

If you would simply like some advice on DIY mosquito control, please contact us and we will help.  

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Rodent Control - Squirrel, Rat, or Raccoon

4/10/2014

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We get rodent control calls from time to time about noises in the attic of people's homes. The general rule about which rodent you are messing with is based on what time of day you hear the noises. If you hear noises from your attic during the day, especially at dusk or dawn, you've probably got a squirrel problem. If you hear the noises at night, it is most likely a roof rat problem. If you see burrows, holes in the lower walls, or just see a rat in your home without attic noises, it is probably a Norway rat.

Squirrel Problem

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Signs of a squirrel:
  • Acorns and nuts in their nest.
  • Holes in your home near trees.
  • Squirrels make a lot of noise running in your attic. They also squeal or bark.
  • Squirrel droppings are usually isolated to a pile in one area.
  • Squirrel droppings usually are away from their nest.


Roof Rat Problem

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Signs of a roof rat:
  • Rub marks
  • Prefer fruit and snail diet
  • love false ceilings and nest in roof tops
  • Travel up to 300 feet to feed
  • travel along telephone wires, fences and trees
  • Eat small amounts at a time in different locations.
  • Usually just scratches will be heard.
  • Rat droppings will be sporadic and all over the place.

Raccoon Problem

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Sometimes what is thought to be a rat or a squirrel problem turns out to be something much bigger. If you hear something in your attic and find large droppings the size of a small to medium size dog, you have a bigger problem on your hands. 
  • You will have a large opening to your attic. 
  • The large opening does not have to be near a tree. 
  • Outdoor trash cans may be getting knocked over.
  • Dog or cat food goes missing when animal is not near it.

GreenSeasons Rodent Control

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Let GreenSeasons get rid of rats, mice, raccoons, snakes, squirrels etc. GreenSeasons is a professional rodent control company servicing the greater Baton Rouge, greater New Orleans, Slidell, Prairieville, Walker, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baker, Zachary, Hammond and Covington areas. If you think you have a rodent problem, just click here for a free quote  and we will give you a call or call (888) 353-1971.

If you would simply like some advice on rodent control, please contact us and we will help.  

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Baton Rouge Pest Control - 21 Ways to Keep Bugs Out

2/22/2014

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At GreenSeasons, we kill bugs everyday, but we know pest control in Baton Rouge, Louisiana can be a real problem in some homes and businesses. Sanitation should always be the first step in both home pest control and commercial pest control. The methods below are what every property owner in Baton Rouge should know about keeping pest out of their house or business. 
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21 Ways to Keep Bugs Out

  1. Do not leave leftover food sitting out on kitchen counters.
  2. Clean up all spills on floors immediately.
  3. Do not leave doors and windows open, especially at night.
  4. Caulk and weather strip windows.
  5. Make sure door sweeps are in place.
  6. Keep garbage in containers with tight fitting lids.
  7. Use expandable foam to seal around pipes.
  8. Seal gaps around dryer vent to outside area.
  9. Do not leave uneaten pet food out.
  10. Make sure attic louvers are screened.
  11. Do not store firewood adjacent to house.
  12. If you bring firewood inside, burn it immediately. Do not store inside.
  13. Keep weeds and grass adjacent to house neatly trimmed.
  14. Do not allow wood siding to contact the ground.
  15. Do not store lumber, brick or any other building material adjacent to home.
  16. Make sure gutters are clean and flowing freely.
  17. Make sure rain water drains away from foundation.
  18. Seal hole where power service enters house with expandable foam.
  19. Do not allow ivy to grow up the side of the house.
  20. Do not allow tree branches and shrubs to come in contact with the house.
  21. Caulk and weatherstrip all cracks and crevices leading into the house.

Professional Pest Control

GreenSeasons is the professional pest control provider for Baton Rouge, Louisiana. We provide pest control services in the greater Baton Rouge, greater New Orleans, Slidell, Prairieville, Walker, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Baker, Zachary, Hammond and Covington areas. If you need pest control service, just click here for a free quote  and we will give you a call. 

If you would simply like some advice on bugs, please contact us and we will be more than happy to help.  
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Webbing on the Trunk and Tree Branches

8/30/2013

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One day you come outside and notice the oak tree in your yard has white webbing covering most of its trunk and some branches. Your first reaction is, "What is this on my tree and how do I get rid of it?" Well most people would have that reaction, but the good news is it is an overreaction. What you are seeing is the protective webbing of psocids, commonly referred to as bark lice. Believe it or not, this is a good thing.

Bark Lice, aka Tree Cattle

Bark lice show up on trees during the summer and early part of fall. Tree cattle eat algae, mold, fungi, lichen and dead insects that are in and on your tree's exterior. Most of these food sources are plentiful when given heat and excessive humidity which is why southern Louisiana is home to large invasions of psocids. They typically feed on hard wood trees and palms. I personally believe their tree of choice is an oak tree since it is what I have seen bark lice on the most. The good news is bark lice does not do any damage to the tree. By eating these foreign objects on the hard wood trees and palms, they are actually cleaning the tree. Be sure to thank them.

How to Get Rid of Bark Lice

Bark lice will go away on their own. After they have gone, the bark lice webbing will dissolve over the next few weeks. If you just can't stand the sight of the webbing in your tree, a soapy water solution may encourage them to move along. Mix three tablespoons of dish soap per gallon of water and apply it to the infested area. If this does not work, you will have to learn to live with the tree cattle until they move on to their next tree.


GreenSeasons is glad to help with any concerns regarding your trees you may have. If you would like for us to come out and perform a tree inspection, tree pruning, tree fertilzation, tree removal, or any other tree work, just click here and we will give your a call.
If you would just like some more advice on trees, please contact us.
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Small Black Ants in the Kitchen

7/26/2013

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I guess you have ants in your home if you are reading this. A small spill of something sugary or some missed crumbs gave the ants all the reason they needed to search your home for more food. Now there are ants going as they please. How do you get rid of them and get back to normal life?

How to Get Rid of Ants in your Kitchen

Exterminate
  1. Use ant bait traps to get rid of the pests. Killing individual ants will not fix the problem as the queen ant can and will make plenty more. 
  2. Place the bait traps in areas where there have been a lot of activity. Traps should be placed near water sources as long as it is an area safe from children or pets accessing it.
  3. Use a spreadable ant bait around your yard. Using ant baits in your lawn and landscape will exterminate pests outside and prevent them from making it to the inside of your home.

Clean and Sanitize
  1. Wipe down and clean the counter tops, window seals, cabinets and floors in the area with the ants. Most ants move based on chemicals emitted from foraging ants. Until these are cleaned, they will keep coming back.
  2. A vinegar and water mixture will repel ants. The vinegar affects their ability to track the chemicals left by other ants. Use it in drains and on window seals.
  3. Sanitation is your first line of defense against pests problems.

Prevention
  1. Use caulk to seal aging edges around window seals.
  2. Boric acid can be sprinkled along areas where ants enter your home. It is toxic to ants. This will effectively create a barrier to pests from entering your house.
  3. Continue to clean and sanitize. This may sound like common sense, but it is something that we get lax on and that is where the pest problems arise.
GreenSeasons is glad to help with any pest control or landscaping needs you may have. If you want help, please contact us.
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