So, why does my lawn have so many anthills? Like many other creatures, ants are after three things: food, water, and shelter. If your lawn has those three things readily available, ants will likely choose to nest there, resulting in unsightly anthills throughout your landscape.
How do you get rid of an ant infestation in your yard?
Here are 5 ways to get rid of ants in your lawn:
- Rake ant mounds. It sounds too simple to work, but it's the first and best step toward killing the ants in your lawn. ...
- Spray soap and water. ...
- Spread diatomaceous earth around. ...
- Use chili pepper. ...
- Use baits.
How do I get rid of ants in my lawn without killing the grass?
Dawn is a dish washing agent that can be used to kill ants without harming the grass. Mix two teaspoons of Dawn with four tablespoons of baking soda and one gallon of water. This won't hurt the grass and other plants in your yard but is very deadly to pesky ants.
