Love Bug Season in Brevard County: What to Expect and How to Cope
If it feels like your car, porch, and windshield have suddenly become a landing pad for slow-moving black bugs with orange markings, you’re not imagining it. Love bug season has arrived in Central and South Brevard County, and for the next few weeks, they’ll be impossible to miss.
Why Fire Ant Mounds Pop Up After Fall Rain in Brevard County
If you’ve walked across your lawn after a heavy rain this fall and spotted a fresh mound of loose, fluffy soil that wasn’t there a few days ago, you’ve likely met one of Florida’s most persistent lawn pests: the red imported fire ant. Late summer and early fall, when Brevard County sees frequent rain from the tail end of hurricane season, is prime time for fire ant activity.
Fall Armyworms Are Back: What Homeowners Need to Know
If you’ve noticed patches of your lawn turning brown almost overnight, you might not be dealing with drought stress or fungus. This time of year in Central and South Brevard County, the most likely culprit is the fall armyworm, and they can do serious damage in a matter of days if they go unnoticed.
How to Prepare Early for Mosquito Season in Florida
Mosquito season arrives early in Florida and lasts longer than in most states, making advance preparation important for homeowners. Simple yard habit changes, early inspections, and preventative treatments can significantly reduce populations before peak season. This guide provides practical steps tailored to the Central-South Brevard area in Florida.
The Most Common Pest in Florida
Learn more about the different types of bugs you can encounter in Florida, and more importantly, how you can get rid of any infestation in your way.
Tips on Keeping Ants Out of Your Hummingbird and Oriole Feeders
If you are an avid bird watcher in Melbourne, you might find ants often take over your hummingbird and oriole feeders.
Amazing Facts About Central Brevard’s Infamous Palm
Palm trees symbolize victory, triumph, peace, and success. Here in Central Brevard, Florida, we are surrounded by these majestical beauties.
4 Evergreens That Make a Great Living Privacy Fence in Brevard County
If you’re looking to create more privacy around your Central or South Brevard County outdoor property, it’s time to think about a living privacy fence. Fences are great, walls are decorative, but a vegetation line makes a beautiful display of sound-blocking visual art. Let’s take a look at a few of the best evergreens that make an excellent living privacy fence. And for all your tree and shrub care needs, you can call on Flowers Turf and Pest Management professionals.
Common Lawn Fungus in Florida
Living in Central and South Brevard County has its perks. We are surrounded by miles of beaches and the Atlantic Ocean. But living in such proximity to the sea has its downfalls. The hurricanes and tropical storms we sustain create a breeding ground for lots of lawn fungi. Learn how to recognize the most common lawn fungi that impact our area, how to prevent them, and how you can help protect your lawn through a comprehensive lawn care program.
How to Prevent Rats & Mice From Invading Your Brevard County Home
Mice and rats need food to survive, and they will go to great lengths to find it. That includes entering your business or home. But there are some preventive measures you can take to help prevent them from getting in, and we’re going to share them with you. Here are a few tips and ways to help prevent these rodents from targeting your business or home, including getting rodent control when needed.