# How to Kill Lawn Mites
Many lawn mites are smaller than the head of a pin, so chances are you will never spot an individual bug. However, you may see the results of those lawn mites in brown spots on your lawn as well as red spots on the flooring and carpet inside your home. Learning how to control those lawn mites at the source is the best way to get them out of your lawn and stop them from entering your home.
Things You'll Need
- Insecticide spray
- Watering can
- Talcum powder
- Corn starch
- Baking soda
Instructions
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Sprinkle talcum powder, baking soda, cornstarch or diatomaceous earth around the perimeter of your home to prevent lawn mites from coming into your home. If you fail to properly control mites in your lawn, they may migrate into the home and become a nuisance.
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Check your lawn and landscaping carefully for hot and dry spots. Lawn mites tend to congregate and multiply in these hot and arid spaces. Water any dry spots you find to reduce the growth of lawn mites.
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Spray any problem areas with a quality lawn insecticide controller. Read the label carefully to be sure the product is effective against lawn mites. Use the product according to the package directions.
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