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how can I control leatherjackets? the lawn has yellow patches and a magpie is ripping up the lawn, small white tipped larvae 20mm are in the lawn just under the surface. Around 10 under a dinner plate.




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You can try the suggestions here;

http://www.thegardenersalmanac.co.uk/Data/Leatherjackets/Leatherjackets.htm

16 Aug, 2012

 

If you want to use the nematode solution, google Nemesys and select the product for leatherjackets - not usually available at garden centres.

17 Aug, 2012

 

Or you could use a small chair and a whip!
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Sorry, I'll get me coat.

17 Aug, 2012

 

LOL!

17 Aug, 2012

 

Mind it would be a bit hard to get them to sit on stools though. And the thought of getting ones head in their mouths....................

18 Aug, 2012

How do I say thanks?

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