Spring has sprung and, unfortunately for residents of South Florida, so has the official start to pest season. Mastering the art of healthy, lush green lawns in South Florida takes a little more attention than just proper mowing and watering techniques. On that note, here at Petri Pest Control Services, we have gathered our top 10 […]
Nice Grass – How To Keep Your Lawn Full & Green All Year Long
Nice grass is what all homeowners want and one of the most elusive things to attain, it seems. Most people don’t know how to care for their lawns, getting bad advice, or just not knowing proper procedures for growing and maintaining a great lawn. We have gathered some lawn care tips to help homeowners achieve […]
May’s Most Wanted Florida Pest – Mosquitoes
In South Florida, you can’t really say May is the beginning of mosquito season because South Florida’s tropical temperatures and ample rainfall allow these pesky, blood-sucking disease-carrying vectors to exist year-round. Mosquitoes are simply more prevalent in the summer, as the rainy season usually runs from June through August. Over the past few years, if mosquitoes seem to […]
Every Bug Has Their Season A Seasonal Guide To Common Florida Pests
Pests in Florida can feel like a year-round problem. Although we might not have the typical four seasons that other parts of the country have, we do see increases in pest pressure and the types of pests found in South Florida homes throughout different times of the year. Learn more about the top three common […]
A Quick Guide To Winter Lawn Care In South Florida
Winter lawn care in most of the US means that your lawn will go dormant during cold weather, so not much happens with lawns during this time. However, South Florida is a different story because moderate year-round temperatures mean that keeping your lawn green and vibrant during the winter can be a little tricky for […]
Don’t Shrub It Off: How To Care For Your Florida Shrubs & Ornamental Plants This Summer
It’s summer, usually that carefree season of vacations, staycations, and all manner of fun in the South Florida sun. However, this year with more “staycations” than vacations combined with Florida heat and pests you have more time to notice the damage and stress the heat produces for your shrubs and ornamental plants. Beautiful shrubs and […]
What’s Eating My Florida Lawn? Look Out For These Top 5 Pests
In South Florida, lush green lawns with a colorful composition of tropical ornamental landscaping are the stuff of picture postcards and the envy of everyone. A healthy lawn not only increases your property’s value but also reduces soil erosion, filters stormwater runoff, helps cool down the air and helps reduce glare and noise, according to […]