Non-Chemical Way to Control Fleas in Your Yard
I just heard about the coolest thing! Flea control nematodes! What's that you ask? Well the easy answer is nematodes are a kind of worm, and flea control nematodes are teeny worms that eat fleas in the larva and pupa stages. I know it seems kind of nasty. But, the reason I'm giving you this bio lesson is it's a great eco-friendly way to rid your yard of fleas. No chemicals, so it's safe for pets, plants and people.
You can get these critters via an online company called Gardens Alive. I just ordered some so I'll let you know how they work. I'm not in the middle of an infestation or anything like that but I do share my house with 2 dogs and 2 cats so a stray flea or two comes as no surprise to me, particularly in the summertime.
The nematodes are diluted and applied to your lawn with a hand held sprayer, hose sprayer or even water can. Five million of the little suckers cost $19.95.
More to come.
You can get these critters via an online company called Gardens Alive. I just ordered some so I'll let you know how they work. I'm not in the middle of an infestation or anything like that but I do share my house with 2 dogs and 2 cats so a stray flea or two comes as no surprise to me, particularly in the summertime.The nematodes are diluted and applied to your lawn with a hand held sprayer, hose sprayer or even water can. Five million of the little suckers cost $19.95.
More to come.
About this blog
Roxanne Kotzman is a Daily News Photo Department veteran of nine years. When she and longtime friend Stacy Long
discovered their love all of all things environmentally responsible, they launched Happy Monkey Planet and jumped head-first into the vibrant eco-community.
Wow, so much to learn! But initially the idea is a pretty simple one: Let's change the world through information, education and action.
Rox & Stacy are a lot like you: ecologically minded but sometimes just plain overwhelmed when charged with the task of making a far-reaching difference in the environment. They have jobs, families, homes, lives and pets.
But what if doing better was a simple as a light-bulb change, a reusable canvas grocery bag, recycling that soda can or a cold-water wash?
These eco-chicks just hope to have a little fun, learn a little more, share a lot of information and maybe make the planet a happier, greener, cleaner place.
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