Imidacloprid isn't technically labeled to kill or prevent worms but I have heard it does a decent job. I have been using it for years now and I don't have hardly a worm in the lawn which is fine by be as I reel mow so having worms can be a PIA. I guess it all comes down to how much are those worms worth to you?
Imidacloprid vs GrubEx
I'm needing to order one or the other for my preventative grub control. I've used GrubEx in the past and have had success with it. I was thinking I would go with Imidacloprid this time so I could get multiple sprays from the bottle instead of throwing down 2 of the big bags of GrubEx. I have 17k sq ft so it takes a good bit to cover that. $100 for every two bags vs $100 for a gallon that would last at least a couple of years.
My question is, how much destruction do the ones that use Imidacloprid see to their earthworm population?
I dug up several Dallisgrass plants this afternoon and had earthworms in almost every single hole. I just don't like the feeling of knowing I will be killing them by going after grubs.
I haven't had much of a problem with grubs in the past, but have had a few mole crickets and armyworms. Curious what affect y'all see on your good worms when using Imidacloprid.
My question is, how much destruction do the ones that use Imidacloprid see to their earthworm population?
I dug up several Dallisgrass plants this afternoon and had earthworms in almost every single hole. I just don't like the feeling of knowing I will be killing them by going after grubs.
I haven't had much of a problem with grubs in the past, but have had a few mole crickets and armyworms. Curious what affect y'all see on your good worms when using Imidacloprid.
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