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My lawn and/or landcape rocks is infested with chiggers. This had happened only the last three summers. 20 days ago a friend and I were doing yeard wo...
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Asked July 11, 2024, 10:56 AM EDT
My lawn and/or landcape rocks is infested with chiggers. This had happened only the last three summers. 20 days ago a friend and I were doing yeard work and both of us had 20+ chiggers bites, which itch intensely for several weeks - two years ago I had to be treated with prednisone.
I do not have standing water or tall grass/weeds. I am afraid to be in my back yard to even water my pots. I want the entire yard and rock treated, but cannot find anyone who does this. What do I do to treat my entire lawn? Thank you.
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi Catherine,
Bug repellent will keep them off you. You can use insecticide in your yard but must be careful if you have pets or children outside. Follow all label instructions.
Here's more information:
https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/g7398
Good luck.