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Landscaping to deter springtails #872715
Asked June 11, 2024, 9:26 PM EDT
Ramsey County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi Sarah,
There's not a lot you can do except pull mulch away from the house foundation to reduce moisture and hiding places. Springtails love our rain and moisture and will become less active when things dry out.
As far as I know there are no plants that repel these creatures.
This page may be helpful:
https://extension.umn.edu/nuisance-insects/springtails
Thanks.