How to Bring in a Sample

How to Bring in a Sample

If you have a problem in your lawn or landscape, the Grass Pad has the knowledge and products to steer you in the right direction. Over the last 60 years, our staff has come across almost every lawn problem imaginable. In our experience, 99% of all the problem spots...
Fall Armyworm Invasion

Fall Armyworm Invasion

Should I be concerned about Armyworms? In a typical fall season, armyworms are not a big concern for our region, and the last major infestation was in 2014. Fall armyworms are not indigenous to our area and do not overwinter here. Instead, they are larval of a moth...
Ankle Biters

Ankle Biters

Warm Weather Brings Annoying Pests The summer bug invasion of fleas, ticks, and chiggers will be faster than Putin in Kyiv. Just like the Russians, the threat of economic sanctions will not prevent or remove these menacing marauders from invading your lawn. Know Thy...
What is a Vole?

What is a Vole?

Voles are a small rodent that appears throughout Kansas and Missouri. Sometimes called “field mice,” voles have short tails, short legs, tiny eyes, and their ears are partly hidden. Adult voles are small, with a body length of 3-5 inches. Voles do not hibernate and...
How to Get Rid of Moles

How to Get Rid of Moles

What do Moles Eat? Moles target earthworms as a primary food source. Loosening the soil and frequent watering or rain brings earthworms nearer to the surface and make a natural bounty for hungry moles. It is safe to say; the healthier yards will have more earthworms....
How to Control Bagworms

How to Control Bagworms

What are Bagworms?You’ve seen them hanging from evergreens and spruce trees every summer. Left unchecked bagworm populations will grow to damaging levels very quickly. One adult bagworm can produce over 1,000 baby bagworms.When to Spray BagwormsLate May to early June...