For those of you who suffer from fleas and allergies, it is important to rid your yard of these pests. This can be a tedious process that requires dedication and perseverance. The first step in this process is to consult with your pediatrician. He will recommend steps that you can take to rid your yard of these pests and provide you with the proper medications for your family… We’ve all been there after moving into a new home – the first sign of fleas appears (or maybe they were there before, you weren’t sure) then it seems like every day that goes by worse problems appear. And then we’re bombarded by meaningless recommendations like “use cedar” or “don’t use cedar”. The discovery of fleas on your dogs and cats is enough to give you a flea infestation panic. There are several steps you can take to get rid of fleas, but one of the most popular treatments is Frontline Plus. But using FrontlinePlus, or any other medication can be tricky especially if you have a large yard with grass. I have a dog with fleas. I tried everything, but the infestation continued. I was almost ready to give up and spend hundreds of dollars at the pet store when my neighbor told me about this amazingly natural “potion” he would pour into his grass outside and it would kill fleas on contact.
How To Kill Fleas In Grass
Flea Control On Your Lawn
- Mow the lawn to a height of 2 inches.
- Keep the lawn watered, but not soggy.
- Use a pesticide labeled for fleas (such as permethrin) as a granular application or apply it as a liquid spray.
We at Lawnstarter have written extensively about the best ways to control fleas in your home. But we haven’t spent lots of time talking about how to kill fleas that are infesting your lawn.
We’re changing that.
In this article, we’ll explain how to kill fleas in your yard so you can enjoy a pest-free lawn and backyard. We’ll also show you what products you can use and why they work so well.
Why kill fleas on your lawn?
You may be wondering why you should bother to kill fleas on your lawn, especially if you have pets with flea infestations. After all, it’s not like they’re going to go out of their way and mow the grass for you.
What’s more, a good number of people will tell you that killing fleas in your grass isn’t really necessary—that these insects are just part of life and that we should learn to live with them.
But here are two reasons why killing fleas on your lawn is worth doing:
- It helps keep pets safe from disease transfer from other animals (especially cats). The number one way for pets to get infected by parasites like ticks or heartworm is through bites from infected insects such as fleas. Preventing those insect bites can greatly reduce the risk of these diseases spreading through your pet population. It also protects children who play outside near areas where there could be potentially infected bugs hiding or roaming around, since kids tend not
to check themselves regularly for any creepy-crawlers they might have picked up while running around outside
The first reason is to prevent fleas from entering your house. If a flea-infested pet is outside and then comes indoors, there’s a good chance the pet will bring fleas into the house.
The first reason is to prevent fleas from entering your house. If a flea-infested pet is outside and then comes indoors, there’s a good chance the pet will bring fleas into the house.
The second reason is to kill or control any existing flea infestations in your yard or garden areas. Killing fleas on your dog or cat is one thing, but killing them on grass where they breed can be even more important because it helps slow down the life cycle of these pests and reduces their numbers over time so that you don’t have frequent problems with them later on down the road.
A second reason why you’ll want to get rid of fleas on your lawn is to help keep pets safe. Some pets are extremely sensitive to fleas and can suffer severe reactions if bitten by a large number of fleas. These reactions can cause severe blood loss.
A second reason why you’ll want to get rid of fleas on your lawn is to help keep pets safe. Some pets are extremely sensitive to fleas and can suffer severe reactions if bitten by a large number of fleas. These reactions can cause severe blood loss or even death in some cases. This is especially true of very young cats, who have less developed immune systems and therefore may not be able to fight off certain diseases caused by the bites of the flea as well as older cats might be able to do.
A third reason for controlling fleas in your yard is if you have children who play outside, especially in warm weather. Children are more vulnerable to biting insects than adults.
Children are more vulnerable to fleas than adults. This is because their skin is thinner and less able to fight off the blood-sucking insect. A large number of fleas can cause a child to suffer severe reactions, including severe blood loss, skin irritation, asthma attacks, and even death.
The final reason for killing fleas on your lawn is because there’s a chance that fleas could also cause a disease known as murine typhus in humans, although no cases have been reported in Broward County or Palm Beach County since 2009, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Murine typhus is a disease that can be spread by fleas. However, it’s not common and it’s not serious.
- It is not a life-threatening disease and is not spread from human-to-human contact.
How To Kill Fleas In Grass With Herbicides
There are many different herbicides that can be used to kill fleas in grass, but it is important to select one that will work on your type of grass. The best way to do this is by asking your local nursery staff or a professional landscaper.
The type of herbicide you choose depends on whether you want to kill the fleas on contact or use a systemic product to prevent future infestations. Contact herbicides are generally easier to apply and less expensive than systemic products, but they may not provide long-term control of the flea population in your lawn. If you want effective control over an existing insect problem as well as prevention moving forward, then using a systemic product such as triticale (Triticosecale) would be ideal for killing fleas in grass.
- KILLS & REPELS. A flea and tick preventative and a treatment, this pest-repellent spray is powered by natural essential oils and protects your pets and family.
- SPRAY & PLAY! Safe for cats, dogs and people of all ages, with no wait time for drying or reentry into sprayed areas and environments. Just attach directly to a garden hose, spray your backyard, and enjoy. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
- TREATS UP TO 5,000 SQUARE FEET. Can be safely used on lawns, gardens, grass, patios, dog kennels, vegetables, flowers, siding, brick, paint and more. Treat an existing pest infestation or for prevention. Application coverage depends on water pressure and walking speed.
- NO HARSH CHEMICALS. No artificial colors, fragrances or harsh pesticides. Made in the USA from powerful, sustainable, plant-based ingredients. Safe when sprayed outdoors around pets, kids, and beneficial insects like bees and butterflies. Cruelty-Free and biodegradable. Keep the bottle & Refill the sprayer with our Flea and Tick Spray Concentrate!
- POWERFULLY EFFECTIVE WITH THE PUREST, NATURAL ESSENTIAL OILS. Powered by cedar oil, Wondercide is safe pest protection that’s proven to work, especially for flea, tick, and mosquito removal. Packaging May Vary.
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Item Dimensions | |
Width | 6.2 |
Length | 2.3 |
- GENTLE PROTECTION: Vet’s Best Flea & Tick Home Spray uses certified natural ingredients to kill fleas, flea eggs, and ticks on contact.
- PROVEN EFFECTIVE: Whether facing an active infestation or are applying for routine prevention, our spray is scientifically proven effective against pests but gentle enough to use around the whole family.
- CERTIFIED NATURAL OILS: Each steam-distilled essential oil is selected for its potent pest-fighting properties and is 100% Certified Natural.
- TOTAL HOME DEFENSE: Applies easily on surfaces, indoors and out, including dog bedding, crates, furniture, blankets, upholstery, carpets, outdoor surfaces, and more. Also gentle enough to be applied directly on dogs and puppies 12 weeks or older.
- MADE IN THE USA: Our products are proudly manufactured in the USA with quality domestic and internationally sourced ingredients.
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Color | Green |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 0.81 Inches |
Width | 3.38 Inches |
Length | 3.38 Inches |
Weight | 2 Pounds |
- Kills lawn insects: use outdoors on lawns and as a band treatment around your house foundation
- Kills more than 100 insect types: kills insects above and below ground, including ants (excluding harvester and pharaoh ants), crickets, armyworms, cutworms, grubs, ticks and others as listed
- Kills on contact: treat when insects first appear or when you notice lawn damage
- Controls grubs: treat any time between late July and early October
- Granular formula: distribute granules uniformly around the treatment area; water in lightly immediately after application
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Item Dimensions | |
Height | 18.75 Inches |
Width | 2.75 Inches |
Length | 11 Inches |
Weight | 10 Pounds |
- SAFE AND EFFECTIVE – Vet’s Best Flea and Tick Yard and Kennel Spray kills mosquitoes, fleas, flea larvae, flea eggs, and ticks by contact without harsh chemicals.
- EASY TO USE – Includes ready-to-use hose attachment for quick and easy application on turf, lawns, kennels, patios, and other outside surfaces. Not known to be harmful to trees, shrubs, or flowers.
- CERTIFIED NATURAL OILS – Each steam-distilled essential oil is selected for its potent pest-fighting properties and is 100% Certified Natural and deet free.
- USE FOR UP TO 5,000 SQUARE FEET – Each 32oz concentrate bottle treats up to 5,000 square feet and can be refilled with Vet’s Best Yard and Kennel Spray 96oz Refill.
- MADE IN THE USA: Our products are proudly manufactured in the USA with quality domestic and internationally sourced ingredients.
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Color | Whites & Tans |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 11.25 Inches |
Width | 4.75 Inches |
Length | 2 Inches |
Weight | 2.4 Pounds |
- Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter2 with Comfort Wand kills ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks and other listed bugs; the formula is odor free, won’t stain, and keeps listed bugs out
- KILLS BUGS INSIDE: Kills those annoying home-invading insects, including ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks, scorpions, beetles, silverfish, centipedes and millipedes
- KEEPS BUGS OUTSIDE: Creates a bug barrier that will kill bugs you have and prevents new bugs for up to 12 months (applies to ants, roaches and spiders indoors on non-porous surfaces)
- NO STAINING OR STINK: This spray can be used indoors and out, leaves no residue, and has no odor; people and pets may re-enter treated areas after spray has dried
- WAND MAKES APPLICATION EASY: The Comfort Wand eliminates hand fatigue, and there’s no pumping required, making it easy to spray along your home’s perimeter–indoors and outside
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Color | White |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 4.88 Inches |
Width | 12 Inches |
Length | 8.95 Inches |
Weight | 0.73 Pounds |