Getting rid of fire ants - Ask Extension
Hi,
I bought my house last summer and, once I killed the ivy on a row of fir trees in my backyard, I discovered a large nest of fire ants living at t...
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Asked July 03, 2024, 10:47 AM EDT
Hi,
I bought my house last summer and, once I killed the ivy on a row of fir trees in my backyard, I discovered a large nest of fire ants living at the base of one of the trees. How can I kill the ants safely and effectively? So far, I have tried vinegar and water, coffee grounds, and boiling water. None has worked. Please advise. Thank you!
Multnomah County Oregon
Expert Response
Thank you for your question. Before you try any more DIY techniques, I suggest that you read the following, lest you make the problem worse: https://extension.usu.edu/planthealth/invasives/files/Imported-Fire-Ants.pdf
You might want to consider hiring a professional pest control company to do this. Good luck!
You might want to consider hiring a professional pest control company to do this. Good luck!
