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Prevent grass mite infestation

If your garden was already colonized by the nimble mites in the previous year, you can prevent renewed infestation with calcium cyanamide fertilization at the beginning of May. It is important to mow the lawn beforehand and to apply the fertilizer in dry weather.

Alternatively, you can apply grass mite concentrate, which is available from various manufacturers in gardening shops. Immediately before using the spray, the meadow should be shortened so that it can be used the grass mites be sufficiently wetted. For best results it is necessary to repeat the treatment after about a week.

Unfortunately, the pyrethrins contained in the products are harmful to aquatic organisms. If you have a garden pond, you must be extremely careful when spraying. The concentrate is not dangerous to bees.

Scarifying as a preventive measure

Grass mites feel particularly comfortable on moss-covered grass surfaces. Therefore you should scarify thoroughly in spring:

• Always work on the dry lawn. In the event of grass mite infestation, you should wear rubber boots and long trousers that you put inside your shoes for your protection.
• Mow the lawn at the mower's lowest setting.
• Adjust the knives so that the Sward two to three millimeters is incised.
• Drive the device quickly in longitudinal and then in transverse tracks over the area.

Prevent stitches

In the warm summer months, the long trousers and long-sleeved tops recommended for protection against the mites are not very comfortable to wear.

Alternatively, you can use insect repellants against mosquitoes and ticks, these also help against mites. Immediately remove and wash all clothing after being outdoors. Shower thoroughly so that any remaining animals are quickly rinsed off the skin.