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Earthworks Health would like our customers and visitors to know how to use diatomaeous earth for ticks. Ticks are known to pass disease so its best to use something effective to kill them. Diatomaceous Earth for Ticks When discussing tick control and tick treatment, it's common for many of us to divert our attention away, reluctant to confront the potential horrors of a tick infestation. Simply put, these bloodsucking parasitic arachnids can turn the warm season into a dreadful experience for many. The current market offers various products that claim to be effective at keeping ticks at bay, yet some are so toxic that allowing dogs and cats or children to play around them becomes a risky proposition. Certain insecticides in powdered form, while designed to eliminate ticks, pose a threat to the well-being of your loved ones if not handled with extreme care. As spring approaches, it becomes crucial to equip yourselves with the right information to repel and prevent ticks from infiltrating your home and the surrounding areas, all without resorting to the use of insecticidal poisons. This knowledge is particularly essential in areas with tall grasses and brushes where ticks often lurk, emphasizing the need for a safe and effective tick control strategy. Choose crawling insect control diatomaceous earth for flea and tick treatment, for a safe and effective weapon against ticks. Diatomaceous earth kills fleas, ticks, and other crawling insects, including ants, by dehydrating insects to death. The sharp edges in DE will polish away the waxy coating of any insect after it crawls through it. Over time the waxy coating is compromised and the body fluids are sucked out causing the tick to dehydrate and die. Diatomaceous earth DE is one of the best natural remedies for pest control and is a natural flea and tick control, even in small amounts. How to Identify a Tick Ticks are roughly the size of a sunflower seed and have 8 legs they use to crawl and hang on fur or clothing. Some say they resemble a small spider with a fat body. Ticks are arachnids so that makes sense. Some are brown, some are red, and some are all black just depending on the area or state you are currently in. Wooded areas, brush, lawns, shelter belts, are all places where ticks can hide waiting to start leaching blood from animals or humans. What do Tick Bites Look and Feel like? Tick bites are commonly not dangerous and leave just a simple red puncture mark where they were attached to your skin. However, some people and pets are allergic to the bite and some ticks even carry harmful diseases that could be life threatening if not treated properly. In most common cases you will have a red mark and little irritation where the tick bit you. Give your body time to heal and it will gone in no time. When a person has an allergic reaction to the bite they will experience pain, burning, and swelling at the site. Other symptoms may include a rash or blisters at the site and in some severe cases, shortness of breath. Tick Behavior & Life Cycle Ticks are found all over the United States. Of the many tick species, many live in the wild, feeding only on animals. Some common species inhabit our homes and feed on us and our pets. The tick life cycle consists of four stages. Tick adults lay eggs. Newly-hatched ticks, known as larvae, grow into nymphs and later become adult ticks. Larvae, nymphs, and adult females all feed on blood. If a host is infected with a tick-borne disease, it can infect the tick, which may pass the disease to its next host. How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth For Ticks Most tick infestations start in your home when a tick attaches themselves to a pet or yourself. Ticks then either attach themselves to your skin or they may fall off and slowly scurry to a hiding place. As of late, a disease called Lyme has made its way into mainstream news and deer ticks and other ticks are known to carry this debilitating disease. Many of us have a large tick population in our yards and it’s troublesome to send your kids or pets outside anymore. Who wants 15 ticks on your dog after spending an hour outside? Nobody, and the fact that those ticks can get into the house, yuck! Really, there is no way to rid every tick from your yard. They are so invasive that you would have to make it look like a bakery exploded in your yard by applying diatomaceous earth for ticks to every square inch or you could simply remove the foliage and grass completely. Both of those options are not practical so we will give you some tips and tricks when using diatomaceous earth to rid ticks from your yard. We highly recommend our crawling insect control bundles . Lets take a look at how to apply this natural solution for ticks to help with protecting your pets! Indoor Application Instructions Step 1: Cleanliness is the most important step here and needs to happen before you apply diatomaceous earth. These little bloodsuckers can hide in furniture, stored clothes, rugs, drapes, for very long periods of time. So get out your vacuum and start vacuuming your furniture, fabrics, rugs, and wash all clothes on the highest heat setting possible and dry on the highest heat setting when you can. This method sucks up many ticks hidden there. Going that extra mile by moving furniture and appliances to get to those places is a must! This cleaning again is essential in your battle to rid them! Step 2: We recommend you apply your diatomaceous earth for ticks to where the carpet or flooring meets the baseboard or wall. We also suggest that you apply to entryways to your home like window and door frames. Apply to and in furniture, rugs, fabrics, and drapes. Please apply in a light and visible fashion and in a dry area. Step 3: Leave application down on those locations for 7 days and then vacuum the application up. Please note that a shop vac will work better as a normal vacuum may become troublesome if you vacuum too much at once. Wash the drapes or fabrics that you can again. Step 4: Repeat steps 1-3 until the problems gone! *Please note that diatomaceous earth can be used in conjunction with essential oils like oregano oil, thyme and citronella, and clove bud .* Outdoor Application Instructions Step 1: Ticks hitch a ride with animals and rodents so be sure to mark locations where you may have seen rodents or animals like deer, rabbits, or squirrels. These locations could be buildings next to your home, groups of trees, piles of wood, compost piles, sheds, barns, unattached garage, and anything else you built around your home. You may want to clean these areas if they have any debris. If you find holes or indentations in the ground, fill them back in. Level them off with your yard grounds. Like you see below, unstack and restack your wood to free any ticks in the woodpile. Step 2: Leaf litter you find during the beginning is a hot spot for tick activity and let me tell you, they love to hang out at this location. Be sure you rake up all that dead leaf material and dispose of it well away from your home and yard. Keep the ticks from mating and increasing the population. Keep your grass cut and trim those hedge bushes to keep them away from there also. Step 3: According to the CDC, it is very wise to form a 3-foot wide barrier of wood chips or gravel between lawns and wooded areas (Groups of trees) to diminish tick migration into your area. Be sure to cut your lawn regularly and keep any swing sets, decks, or patios as far away from the edge of the trees or wooded area as possible. At least 8 feet away! Construct a fence around your property to keep out unwanted rodents from populating in your yard and increasing tick populations. Also clean trash, compost piles, and undisturbed areas. Keep rodents from nesting and giving you a tick headache! Step 4: Be sure to apply diatomaceous earth for ticks to the outside foundation of your home, any unattached buildings, and around wood piles, compost piles, and anything that is considered clutter that you are not able to move off your property. Apply a light and visible application to your pets fur coat and skin is a wise idea also. Do this 1-2 times a month during tick season and every time a rain washes the application away. 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Let the soil dry for a day and then sprinkle diatomaceous earth over the top layer of the soil. Doing this will kill any adult fungus gnats that want to emerge out of the soil. Diatomaceous Earth For Fungus Gnats Controlling fungus gnat problem is important as fungus gnats not only feed on the plant but also feed on the roots and root hairs in the soil. Although, they are weak fliers, in numbers they can do lots of damage to even indoor plants in a short period of time. Fungus gnats are commonly found in greenhouse operations, potted house plants, varieties of potted plants, and outdoor gardens where its moist and humid from watering plants. Luckily, we give some great tips on fungus gnat pest control. Lets find out about diatomaceous earth for fungus gnats. Diatomaceous earth is the fossilized remains of diatoms. It is white in color and is 100% pure without any additives or chemicals. How to Identify a Fungus Gnat Fungus Gnats resemble soft bodied mosquitos with long legs that are dark in color when adults. Fungus Gnats increase in population around the warmer seasons as they are born in the potting soil purchased by consumers. Adults fungus gnats have wings that are in a Y-shape. They tend to hop when on soil or on plants as they are weak fliers. Fungus gnat larvae are 8mm in length and are transparent with a tell tale shiny black head on them. Best way to know for sure if you have fungus gnats is to set up sticky traps that you can find here at arbico organics. Life Cycle & Behavior of Fungus Gnats The Life Cycle and behavior of fungus gnats comes down to 4 parts. These parts start as an egg in the soil, larvae, pupa, and finally the adult that starts the life cycle over by laying eggs in the soil. Please note, all these stages of a fungus gnat love moist soil. The larvae does the majority of the damage as they stay under the soil to feed on fungi, roots, and root hairs. This causes a systemic reaction with the potted plant and with dwindle its health. Each part of the life cycle is only a few days so it is common to have a fungus gnat infestation with all 4 stages of life. Adult gnats will lay eggs on the sub surface of the soil mix or potting mix. These eggs hatch and the larvae come out to feed on the roots of your plant. From there the pupa emerges and continues to feed. Finally the adult comes out of the soil surface to mate and feed on soft plant tissue. How to Use Diatomaceous Earth to Kill Fungus Gnats Before we learn how to use food grade diatomaceous earth to kill fungus gnats we first need to understand that fungus gnats are little more pesky than common garden insects. Fungus gnats primarily cause damage to the root zone and root hairs of your plant, where organic matter is high. We want to kill fungus gnat larvae and the pupae. This solution also helps to combat adult fungus gnats as well before they can reach the top of the soil to lay eggs. Below we have provided instructions on how to combat fungus gnats indoors. Now, Lets get down to brass tax. Step 1: The very first thing to do when combating fungus gnats is clean up dead leaf material and also any standing water. Whether you have a tent and are growing plants or houseplants...chances are there is some standing water around. Fungus gnats are very common in plants that are overwatered. So before you think to dump a whole gallon of water on the plant, don't do it. Step 2: Gather 3% hydrogen peroxide, gloves, water, yellow sticky traps , and food grade de, diatomaceous earth . Step 3: Made a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide to 3 parts of water. Add 3 Tablespoons of Diatomaceous earth de to the solution. We want you to make this mixture with 2 cups of liquid. We are kind of killing two birds with one stone here. On one side the hydrogen peroxide will help to eliminate the fungi, mold, and moist environment in the soil. On the other hand you are adding diatomaceous earth to the soil. Diatomaceous earth helps to space out compacted soil and help the roots breathe better. When we kill the food source of the l arvae stage of the fungus gnat, they will be cutoff and die. When applying the solution, be sure to water slowly and just up to the point where you get runoff at the bottom of the pot. Step 4: Let the soil dry for a day and then sprinkle diatomaceous earth over the top layer of the soil. Doing this will kill any adult fungus gnats that want to emerge out of the soil. We want to be sure that if the hydrogen peroxide and diatomaceous earth drench did not get them all, the application of dry diatomaceous earth will ensure a total kill. Step 5: Lightly and just visibly, apply dry diatomaceous earth to the plant itself making sure to get the undersides and topsides of the leaves of the plant. You may Step 6: Apply the sticky traps to the area around your plant to catch any adult fungus gnats before they can mate. These come in handy. Make a mixture of 1 part food grade apple cider vinegar and a few drops of dish soap to a bowl. Really you only need a couple inches inside the bowl. The fungus gnats we be attracted to the sugar mixture and fly into it. Once they do that, the ACV and dish soap will prevent them from moving properly and effectively killing them. Step 7: Repeat steps 1-6 until the problem has been solved. In most cases, a fungus gnat infestation is eliminated after a weeks worth of time. After a few days you will notice the population dwindling significantly. Results really depend on the severity of the infestation. The process may take a week longer if it is really bad. Use all materials as instructed and remember to keep your growing area clean and free of standing water to help prevent further problems. *This product can be used in conjunction with neem oil and mosquito bits and mosquito dunks products. Be sure to follow all manufacturer instructions when using neem oil. 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While its mainstream applications like health benefits are impressive, this blog post delves into some lesser-known, unconventional uses for diatomaceous eart Diatomaceous Earth Uses for the New Year The new year brings an opportunity to refresh and reset, not just for yourself but for your home and environment. Food grade diatomaceous...

Discover the natural solution to boxelder bug infestations with diatomaceous earth. Learn how to use diatomaceous earth effectively for controlling boxelder bugs in and around your home. Say goodbye to pests without compromising on safety and explore the power of diatomaceous earth today Diatomaceous Earth For Boxelder Bugs Diatomaceous Earth (DE) has gained popularity as a versatile and effective solution for pest control, and one pest in particular that it has proven effective against is the boxelder bug (Boisea trivittata) and fall boxelder bugs. These small, reddish-brown insects are known to be a nuisance, especially in the fall when they seek shelter in homes, living spaces, and other structures. In this article, we will explore the characteristics of boxelder bugs, the challenges they pose, and how diatomaceous earth can be utilized as a natural and non-toxic and effective way to prevent them to get rid of boxelder bugs. Understanding Boxelder Bugs Boxelder bugs are common pests in North America, particularly in the western and eastern regions. They feed on boxelder trees (Acer negundo), but they can also be found on maple and ash trees in large groups. During the warmer months, boxelder bugs thrive outdoors, feeding on seeds, flowers, and other plant materials. However, as temperatures drop in the fall, they seek shelter in protected areas, often invading homes, sheds, and other structures in large numbers. Understanding the life cycle of the boxelder bug (Boisea trivittata) is crucial for effective pest control measures, including the use of diatomaceous earth. Boxelder bugs undergo a simple metamorphosis consisting of three stages: egg, nymph, and adult. Egg Stage: Boxelder bugs typically lay their eggs in early spring, often on the bark of female boxelder trees (Acer negundo), but they may also choose other suitable host trees like maple and ash. The eggs are small, barrel-shaped, and have a creamy to light yellow color. They are laid in clusters and are often found on the sunny side of the tree trunk or on nearby structures. Nymph Stage: Once the eggs hatch, the emerging nymphs go through several molts before reaching adulthood. There are five nymphal instars in total. Nymphs resemble adults in shape but are smaller and lack wings. They are initially red, turning more towards a darker shade as they molt and progress through the instars. During the nymphal stage, boxelder bugs primarily feed on the sap of host trees, developing and growing in size with each molt. Adult Stage: Boxelder bugs reach adulthood in late spring or early summer after completing their final molt. At this stage, they develop fully functional wings, enabling them to disperse over longer distances. Adult boxelder bugs are approximately half an inch in length and display distinctive reddish-brown coloring with narrow, elongated bodies. They have prominent wing veins, creating a unique X-shaped pattern on their backs. During the warmer months, adult boxelder bugs are attracted to the sap of host trees and other plants. However, as temperatures drop in the fall, they begin seeking shelter to overwinter. Overwintering: Overwintering is a crucial aspect of the boxelder bug life cycle. In the fall, adults gather in large numbers on the sunny sides of buildings, houses, and other structures, seeking sheltered locations to hibernate during the colder months. This behavior often leads to a large number of boxelder bugs in homes, as boxelder bugs find their way into cracks, crevices, and other entry points. They remain dormant during the winter, emerging when temperatures rise in the spring to resume their life cycle. Understanding the life cycle of boxelder bugs provides insight into the timing and patterns of their activities. By targeting specific stages of their development, such as the nymphal stage when they are most vulnerable, pest control methods like diatomaceous earth can be strategically applied to disrupt the life cycle and reduce infestation risks. Incorporating this knowledge into your pest management approach enhances the effectiveness of natural and non-toxic solutions like diatomaceous earth in controlling boxelder bugs. A Natural Solution to Boxelder Bug Infestations While boxelder bugs are generally harmless to humans and do not cause structural damage to buildings, their presence can be a significant annoyance. When they enter homes, they can stain surfaces with their excrement, emit a foul odor when crushed, and create an overall unpleasant living environment. Traditional chemical insecticides may be effective, but they come with their own set of concerns, including potential health risks for humans, pets, and the environment. Diatomaceous earth is a natural fine powder derived from the fossilized remains of microscopic aquatic organisms called diatoms. It is rich in silica and has a unique structure that makes it an effective insecticide. The sharp edges of diatomaceous earth particles are abrasive to the exoskeletons of insects, causing them to dehydrate and die. Unlike chemical pesticides, DE is non-toxic to humans and pets, making it a safer alternative for indoor use to prevent boxelder bugs. How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth For Boxelder Bugs To utilize diatomaceous earth for controlling boxelder bugs, follow these steps: Identify Infested Areas: Like with the stink bug, determine where boxelder bugs are entering your home or where they are congregating. Common entry points include windows, doors, and cracks in walls. Seal entry points from the outside and inside to help prevent them from entering your home. Apply Diatomaceous Earth: Sprinkle a thin layer of diatomaceous earth in the areas where boxelder bugs are present or along their likely paths of travel. Focus on entry points and areas with high insect activity. Reapply as Needed: DE is effective as long as it remains dry. Reapply after rain or if you notice the powder has been disturbed or removed. It's a good idea to reapply every few weeks during peak boxelder bug season. Use your vacuum cleaner and suck those dead bugs up! Please empty or dispose of the vacuum bag when done! Consider Outdoor Application: If boxelder bugs are a persistent problem outdoors, you can apply diatomaceous earth by mixing DE and soapy water in a spray bottle and apply directly to the surfaces of boxelder trees or areas where the bugs congregate. This can help reduce their numbers before they invade your home. What Diatomaceous Earth Do I Use to Kill Boxelder Bugs There are very few items that you really need to get the job done. For starters we recommend these two bundles below. The crawling insect control diatomaceous earth shares the exact composition of the food grade de, but contains an EPA label to register it as a legal pesticide. Without absorbing the us food drug administration, we are forced to ensure labeling requirements are followed as set forth by the governing bodies of the EPA and FDA. Our JT Eaton Red Insecticide Duster works well to get the product in cracks and crevices and hard to reach areas. The Diatomaceous Earth Dispenser helps you apply evenly without the worry of missing a spot, making the application too thick, or preventing an easy chore when you clean up diatomaceous earth. You may also use a mixture of a tablespoon of dish soap mixed with 1/2 gallon of water. Spray the boxelder bugs to help break down their exoskeleton. Small Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth Bundle $39.75 Price 5% Off Buying 2 View Details Large Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth Bundle $124.50 Price View Details Natural Boxelder Bug Control Boxelder bugs, scientifically known as Boisea trivittata, can be a persistent nuisance for homeowners, especially during the fall when they seek shelter in warm spaces. While these insects are generally harmless to humans, their presence in large numbers can be unsettling. Rather than resorting to chemical insecticides, consider a natural and eco-friendly solution. In this blog post, we'll explore what boxelder bugs are, the benefits of using Diatomaceous Earth, and how to e

We break down and answer many of the most frequently asked questions about diatomaceous earth and its uses in the home, personal use, pest control, and with animals. Frequently Asked Questions About Diatomaceous Earth (DE) Ordering, Shipping, Returns About Our Diatomaceous Earth Diatomaceous Earth for Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth for Pets and Livestock Diatomaceous Earth for Skin Care and Personal Use Diatomaceous Earth Household Uses Diatomaceous Earth Garden Uses 01 How do I order online with you? To order online from us: 1. Please navigate to our shop page . 2. From our shop page you will see our full list of items for sale. 3. You may click on whatever item you wish to read further details from there. 4. When you decide you want to add that item to your cart, please hit the add to cart option. 5. After adding products to your cart, the cart will appear with your subtotal. 6. Select to view your cart by selecting the view cart option. 7. From there you may select the checkout option to complete your payment. 02 Where does Earthworks Health ship to? We ship to all 50 states of the United States, however, customers from Alaska and Hawaii do not have the option to complete checkout and have orders shipped to them from the website. We ask any customers from Hawaii and Alaska to give us a call directly to complete their order. The number to call is toll-free: 1-800-228-5836. From there we can help you place an order over the phone. We do not ship internationally, so sorry for the inconvenience! 03 How long before I receive my order? Once you place an order with us either online or over the phone we usually can get the order out the same day (if the order is placed before 12pm) or the next business day. Transit times are an average of 3-5 business days whether we ship with the USPS or FedEx. If placing an order online, be assured that we will upload tracking when we ship so you can keep track of it. The same goes for over-the-phone orders as long as you provide us with an email. 04 Can I and how can I return an order? Yes, we accept returns within 30 days of the purchase. If for some reason we messed up your order we will send you a paid return label with either USPS or FedEx for you to return back to us for a refund. If this is just something you want to return because you decided you don't want it, that would be on you to return to us for a refund. We ask that you contact us or email us to request a return and to start the process. Our email is info@earthworkhealth.com and our toll-free number is 1-800-228-5836. Our return address for USPS is: Earthworks Health PO BOX 1562 Norfolk, NE 68701 For Fedex or UPS: Earthworks Health 2100 N 13th ST Norfolk, NE 68701 05 Can I contact Earthworks Health directly to place an order? Yes, you can contact us directly to place an order for our food grade diatomaceous earth and all other products we sell, by calling 1-800-228-5836. If you do not reach us immediately, please leave a message for Andrew, and we will get back to you as soon as possible. 06 Where is Earthworks Health located? Earthworks Health is located in the great state of Nebraska! Earthworks Health 2100 N 13th ST Norfolk, NE 68701 07 What are your hours of operation? We are open M-F 8am-12pm & 1pm-5pm CST. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday and major holidays Thanksgiving, Christmas, Labor Day, and Independence Day.

Safe for pets and children, diatomaceous earth works to kill garden pests by dehydrating soft bodied insects to death on a microscopic level. Diatomaceous Earth For Plants Our diatomaceous earth crawling insect killer kills, cockroaches, fleas, ants, bed bugs, centipedes, crickets, and other crawling insects. The powder is one of the best natural pest control methods, compared to using chemical pesticides for controlling pests. This isn't diatomaceous earth for pool filters, diatomaceous earth in the garden is for plant care and soil health! Safe for pets and children, diatomaceous earth works to kill garden pests by dehydrating soft bodied insects to death on a microscopic level. Now this action does not interfere with any growth cycle of the plant and does not adjust the PH of soil if it gets washed into it. You simply apply a visible application to the plants and/or ground to get rid of pest infestations. Try to find a few days of dry weather at least and leave it without disturbing it. I tend to do this 2-3 times a month during the growing cycle. This seems to control squash beetles and other crawling insects well for us here in Nebraska. While limiting harmful insects in your garden, be sure to avoid applying in excess as diatomaceous earth does not discriminate between pests and beneficial insects. Food grade diatomaceous earth, also called diatomite, diatomaceous earth de, or food grade de, is a naturally occurring, single celled organism remains of diatoms. The crushed shells of the fossilized remains of these aquatic organisms. With this dust, insects that come in contact or ingest this powder die within 48 hours of dehydration. For added pest control for insect pests like spider mites, mix 1 cup of diatomaceous earth to one gallon water and spray onto plants. Be sure to get the tops and bottoms of leaves just to the point of run off. Once it dries, it will leave a film of diatomaceous earth, safe for pets, but deadly to spider mites and other smaller crawling insect pests. How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Kill Garden Insects Firstly, all you need is Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth, and either an inexpensive JT Eaton Red Insecticide Duster or the more heavy duty Dustin-Mizer Powder Duster to be pest free. For very large agricultural applications and others approved for organic production, most customers go for our diatomaceous earth bundle deals to get maximum savings to kill those pesky insects in organic gardens. For applying diatomaceous earth to kill garden insects, use a duster and cover entire plant, applying to both the top and bottoms of leaves. Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth will need reapplication after a heavy rain. Applies best when there is dew or after a light rain. It is a long lasting, effective powder as long as it is visible and dry. Be sure to avoid other types of de like filter or pool grade DE as they contain toxic substances and is not suited for pest control. Diatomaceous earth can also be used in conjunction with other pest control methods like neem oil or insecticidal soaps. One of the benefits of diatomaceous earth is you can side dress plants or form a circle, as a barrier, around the base of the plant. Insects cannot build up resistance or immunity to diatomaceous earth as they do with chemicals. Wear a dust mask when applying large amounts. Otherwise, just avoid direct inhalation into your respiratory system with using baby powder or any fine powder. Diatomaceous Earth can be used in the garden and can also be used within your home for fleas. With fleas, thoroughly treat floor and bedding. Our customers also state with fleas, thoroughly treat surrounding cracks and crevices, baseboards, carpeting, and wherever fleas are suspected. Check out our page on how to use diatomaceous earth for fleas . 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Earthworks Health would like our customers and visitors to know how to use diatomaceous earth for mites. Mites cause mange and we have a solution to help prevent it. Diatomaceous Earth For Mites Mites have always been a nuisance for pet owners, their pets, and animals and birds, leading to unnecessary expenses on medications. Additionally, veterinarians sometimes misdiagnose mites as hot spots or allergies, leaving pet owners and their companions in distress. Our Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth 50lb Bag provides a completely natural and effective solution for mite control. Buy diatomaceous earth here at our shop! By adding diatomaceous earth, DE for short, our product serves as a red mite problem treatment that targets both full-grown and developing mites. Whether applied directly to your pets or strategically placed in chicken coops, especially in areas where mites like to settle like nest boxes and a dust bathing area, this diatomaceous earth acts as a formidable force against these external parasites. This 100% natural solution not only eliminates existing mite infestations but also disrupts the gestational period, providing a preventive barrier for the future. As diatomaceous earth excels in controlling insects, mites stand no chance, as the DE absorbs oils and fats from the outer layer of these pests. Say goodbye to the woes caused by mites and internal parasites. With our Food Grade DE 50lb Bag, you not only address current infestations but also establish a proactive defense against future challenges. Experience the natural efficacy of diatomaceous earth and ensure a red mite-free environment for your pets and livestock. Order your bag today and let the power of 100% natural DE transform the way you approach pest control and animal well-being! How to Identify a Mite Mites are very similar in appearance to ticks but much smaller, mites have round or tic-tac shaped bodies. Believe it or not mites are classified as arachnids. Mites have eight legs. Their size varies but most mites are usually invisible to the naked eye. The largest mites measure about 6 mm long, while the smallest are about 0.1 mm. The color of mites is all over the spectrum; most mites appear tan, brown, or reddish-brown, but some are bright red, blue, or green in color Mite Behavior & Life Cycle There are two common types of mites that affect humans and animals alike. One is the Demodex canis (demodex mite) and the other is the Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies mite). The demodex mite causes a skin irritation called demodectic mange and the scabies mite causes a skin condition which we are familiar with called scabies. Primarily, the demodex mite doesn't cause too many problems in humans or animals unless we are young, have a suppressed immune system, or are on medications that suppress the immune system. Scabies mites are more worrisome as they are contagious and can live in your household infecting other animals and people in the environment. After fertilization, female mites can lay 2 to 3 eggs under the skin a day. The eggs layed are not visible to the human eye but they are there. Once hatched the mite becomes a larvae and they burrow into the skin and remain there for 3 to 4 days before molting into a nymph. These nymphs are found under the skin and even on hair folicles. Again being too small to see with the naked eye. Once past the nymph stage, they become adults and will remain burrowed in the skin, feeding, until a male can find a moulting pouch on the skin to fertilize. How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Kill Mites Adding diatomaceous earth or DE to control and eliminate mites is an effective and natural solution. Diatomaceous earth is a fine powder made from fossilized diatoms, and it works by dehydrating and disrupting the exoskeleton of insects, including mites and lice. Remem ber, diatomaceous earth is a mechanical insecticide and takes time to work. It's a non-toxic alternative, but proper application and patience are key to its success in controlling mites. Mites can cause crusted scabies scabs on humans and animals. Use diatomaceous earth to kill scabies mites so you don't have to treat scabies infestations on your animals and you. Along with scabies mites have the ability in some locations and instances to cause internal parasites, worms, and bacteria problems, especially for small and young animals and very young children. If you are wondering how to get rid of mites on chickens, check out our diatomaceous earth for chickens blog post. Indoor Application Instructions Step 1: Clean pet areas like bedding, around food dishes, and any kennels or again bedding. Be sure wash thoroughly and replace any straw or hay they may have used if they have an outdoor dog house. For cats, you want to make sure the food dishes and around them are cleaned. The cat box is another breeding ground for mites so be sure to clean the litter often and apply a small amount of this product in and around the box to help prevent further spread of the infestation. Don't forget to apply to cracks and crevices around those areas as well! Step 2: Wearing gloves and a dust mask, apply the product in a light and even fashion to all locations stated in Step 1 of the instructions. Be sure to give it 5 days before cleaning and reapplying for another 5 days. This is long enough to see a dramatic reduction in population of the mite. A mask when applying diatomaceous earth is a safe practice. Step 3: Most importantly is to get this product on your pet to help kill off the already embedded mites. Mites will burrow under the skin and feed on it causing a rash or redness called mange. Take a look at the mange rash on a dog quick. This is what will happen to them if we do not kill them. From mange, comes skin infections and rounds of steroids and antibiotics. So before this happens please apply the powder onto the fur coat of the animal, being sure not to miss a spot other than the face and eyes. Be sure the application is visible and then rub that down to the skin, even the infected mange skin. When the mite surfaces, they will come into the application and because DE absorbs moisture so well, they will be dehydrated to death. Step 4: (Optional) After you get rid of these nasty mites be sure to keep a light and visible application on bedding, cat boxes, kennels, and the grounds in which they love to play on, outside. During the warm months this can prove effective against not only mites but fleas also. 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Their rapid reproduction and voracious appetite for plant sap can decimate crops and ornamentals alike. While chemical pesticides offer a solution, they often come with harmful side effects. Enter diatomaceous earth (DE), a natural alternative gaining traction among gardeners worldwide. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the life cycle and habits of spider mites, explore

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How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth for Bed Bugs · 1. Wash Your Sheets and Bedding · 2. Move Furniture Away from Walls · 3. Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Your Bed. Diatomaceous Earth For Bed Bugs The words “bed bugs” are enough to send most of us running with quivering skin at the thought of little blood-sucking creatures crawling all over us as we sleep. These little bugs are pests and is stated as such by the EPA and they can be difficult to get rid of once they have decided to make your house their home. They spend the daylight hours hiding in cracks and crevices where they are almost impossible to excise. Diatomaceous earth de is one of the most effective and safe options for bed bug control and bed bug treatment. If you have bed bug activity, its time to get rid of them using this bed bug killer! Shop Now How to Identify a Bed Bug Adult bedbugs are generally flattened and reddish brown. They resemble apple seeds in appearance and size. Newly hatched nymphs look very much like adults, and although they are almost colorless, they gain their reddish brown color as they mature. Bedbug eggs resemble a flake of dust on a dark surface, and are almost impossible for humans to see with the naked eye. If you are wondering if you have bed bugs infesting and want an easy way to catch and identify them, we offer a product called the bed bug climbup interceptors . They work in pest control by preventing a bed bug from crawling onto a bed or even furniture in some cases. What do Bed Bug Bites Look & Feel Like? The bites can be found just about anywhere on your body, with exposed bits of skin being the preferred feeding ground for the bugs. Your face, arms, and legs are typical feeding targets. The bites cannot be felt at first, but as the anesthetics wear off and the skin begins to react to the injections, the bites can make themselves felt minutes or hours after the bedbugs have returned to hiding. You may notice a cluster of bites when you awake, and this is typically caused by disturbing the bugs while they feed, causing them to detach and return to feed. A well-fed bedbug can live anywhere from four to six months, while a dormant one might live without feeding for up to 18 months. Bed Bug Behavior and Life Cycle If you have bedbugs, the number of bed bugs can get worse very quickly since a female bed bug can lay up to five eggs per day, and up to around 250 eggs in her lifetime depending on the temperature and the food available. Since it takes only five weeks for hatched nymphs to grow to maturity, your problems could expand exponentially within a relatively short period of time. Infestations can be hard to control. Because of their ability to stay out of sight, you may not realize right away that bedbugs are the source of the annoying sores on your legs when you wake up in the mornings. Bed bugs are attracted by both warmth and the presence of carbon dioxide, which is what we exhale when we breathe. The bugs climb up onto your skin and pierce you with two hollow tubes. One tube injects anti-coagulants and anesthetics, and the other tube is used to withdraw your blood. The bugs feed for about five minutes before returning to their hiding places. For more on the bedbug lifecycle, see the University of Minnesota Extension page on bedbugs . How to Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Kill Bed Bugs Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth particles (fossilized remains made up of creatures called diatoms) are deadly to the Bed Bug. The silicon dioxide fine powder particles attach themselves to the bed bugs body and physically “scratches and dehydrates them to death!” Because it causes them to dehydrate and die mechanically, they cannot become immune to it like they do with so many other chemicals on the market. Because it’s a mineral, once you put it down, it stays there and keeps working. You may sweep it up as you get rid of the dead Bed Bugs, but Crawling Insect Control Diatomaceous Earth doesn’t lose power over time even with a very thin layer applied. DE does not kill bed bug eggs. The idea is to allow the eggs to hatch to kill the ha tchlings before they have the ability to mate. Essentially killing off the gestational cycle VERY quickly. We see bed bugs dieing as quickly as 48 hours. This helps you get completely rid of bed bugs. We are not speaking uof filter grade diatomaceous earth. This type of diatomaceous earth is primarily used in swimming pool filters and contains a large amount of a toxic substance called crystalline silica. Lets see how to apply diatomaceous earth to kill bed bugs in 8 steps: 1. Wash Your Sheets and Bedding Wash all bedding and clothes in hot water—add a little Clorox with the soap (optional). Dry in the dryer on the highest heat setting. Seal clothing and bedding you are not using in sealed plastic bags and be sure to keep it out of the contaminated area. If you can, use a steam cleaner on your mattress, box spring, cushions on furniture, and any area of furniture you can access. 2. Move Furniture Away from Walls Bed bugs cannot fly, so make sure bed is away from the wall and there is no bedding touching the floor. Take the time to move bed, dressers, shelves away from walls if possible. Also make sure there is no skirting or anything other than the 4 legs/bottom of furniture or bedding, touching the floor. Be sure to follow this protocol the entire time of application! Better safe than sorry! 3. Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Your Bed With your hands or an applicator, dust some crawling insect control diatomaceous earth in a light and visible application to your mattress, box spring, ridges along mattress, and box spring. 4. Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Your Other Furniture Spread diatomaceous earth to other furniture like chairs and couches in the same way. Apply under cushions and to the ridges of the cushions. Also, apply some to the inside of the furniture and down on the sides. 5. Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Your Baseboards Apply to the very front of baseboards, or mop boards, in ALL rooms (where the floor meets the wall). Be sure to have an even and light application – not more than a 1/8th of an inch thick. Be sure NOT to miss a spot. You do not want to give them a small path to get around this product. If you are not able to move furniture away from the wall, be sure to apply it to the base (where it touches the floor). 6. Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Small Openings Take off the electrical outlet covers and light switch covers and using our pest pistol, puff some DE into the walls via the outlets and light switches. Also, take our Pest JT Eaton Duster and puff the food grade diatomaceous earth in the small crevice that is between the baseboard/mop board and the wall. Bed Bugs love to live there and are the main way they spread from room to room. Be very careful – use nothing that would conduct electricity and shock you. 7. Vacuum or Sweep up Diatomaceous Earth after 7 Days Keep the application down for seven days and then clean all applications to the flooring and around the legs of your bed and furniture bases. 8. Reapply Until Bedbugs are Gone Reapply to those same locations in the same fashion for the next seven days. You do not have to worry about the application to furniture, walls, or in the frame of your bed, it will stay there for good. You may clean these spots after your bedbugs are gone. We suggest you leave the product in those locations for further use and as a preventative measure against any insects that may want to enter your home. LETS RECAP Be sure to keep the application in walls, inside furniture, the bed frame, and mattress/box spring. Do not clean before the suggested application period has expired. Any application that is applied to the flooring needs to be cleaned with a household vacuum every seven days, then reapplied right after you clean for a fresh application, for another seven days. Total application time is four weeks. Repeating the directed application and cleaning cycle for four weeks ensures cutting off the gestational period of the bed bug. We highly recommend you purchase our Climbup Bed Bug Interceptors to help keep these creatures off your bed and furniture. What Diatomaceous Earth do I use to kill Bed Bugs? There are very few items that you really need to get the job done. For starters we recommend these two bundles below. The crawling insect control diatomaceous earth shares the exact composition of the food grade de, but contains an EPA label to register it as a legal pesticide. Without absorbing the us food drug administration, we are forced to ensure labeling requirements are followed as set forth by the governing bodies of the EPA and FDA. Our JT Eaton Red Insecticide Duster works well to get the product in cracks and crevices and hard to reach areas. The Diatomaceous Earth Dispenser helps you apply evenly without the worry of missing a spot, making the application too thick, or preventing an easy chore when you cle an up diatomaceous earth. 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We explain how using diatomaceous earth for thrips is advantageous to your garden compared to using chemical pesticdes. Diatomaceous kills thrips via a physical action. Diatomaceous Earth For Thrips Thrips are the bane to many gardeners and food producers. They are fast, elusive, and reproduce quickly. If a thrip infestation is caught too late, your crops will be eaten up. Many producers will use toxic pesticides to rid thrips from their crops. Toxic pesticides cause cancers and health problems for all that come into contact with it. We want visitors to this page to understand that there is a natural solution to their thrip infestation and that is diatomaceous earth for thrips. There is no worry of toxic pesticide residue with this product as it kills by a physical action and does not harm the plants you apply diatomaceous earth for thrips to. Before all that, we want to find out how to identify a thrip if you suspect an insect infestation. How to Identify a Thrip Adult thrips are commonly seen as cigar shaped or tube shaped with colors varying from yellow, light yellow, brown, to black. Some species have wings and some do not. Shake a your plant while holding a white sheet of paper underneath. If thrips are on the plant you will see rice sized little tubes that are yellowish to dark brown or black. This would mean you have thrips. Now, what do thrips do to plants? What do Thrips do to Plants? The main symptoms that thrips cause a plant are leaves with spots that are silver-white or yellow, then turn to brown or rusty-red , leaves losing their thickness, curling leaves, and leaf gall. Like mosquitoes, thrips will puncture the skin of the plant, injecting digestive enzymes that turn the spot into a sort of soup. Then the thrip will suck out the soup it created. This leaves the plants leaves flat and you will see what looks like white dots all over the leaves. This is because the thrip literally sucks the chlorophyll out of that spot. These spots will eventually turn brown as that sp ot is dead. Another thing that thrips do is leave their poo all over the plant where they have fed. You will see very tiny black specks on the undersides and topsides of the leaves. Next, lets learn about the life cycle and behavior of thrips. Thrip Life Cycle and Behavior Thrip species go through five stages of development: egg, larva, prepupa, pupa, and adult. Eggs are laid on or in leaves, buds, and other plant tissues. Once the larvae emerge, they feed for four to five days. The eggs are going to be super tiny and look white to off-white and banana shaped. Once the larvae stage is complete, they spend one day in the prepupa stage, dropping into the soil or leaf litter, or lodging in galls and plant crevices. Pupae is the next stage and they stay in the soil until they emerge as adults, and are rarely seen. They emerge after two or three days. Now that we know all about thrips and their behavior, lets find out how to apply diatomaceous earth to kill thrips. How To Apply Diatomaceous Earth to Kill Thrips Here, we learn how to apply diatomaceous earth to kill thrips. Thrips like other garden variety insects will disrupt the growing cycle of a plant in any stage. If growing in a greenhouse or large garden, it can take not long to disrupt the entire operation. Diatomaceous Earth is a safe, organic, and effective way to kill thrips on your plants. No need to worry about chemicals in your food or on your plants as diatomaceous earth kills by a physical action and is nothing more than a certain collection of minerals. Thrips will crawl through this white in color powder and will be dehydrated to death after moving. Its a beautiful thing to have something natural and effective like diatomaceous earth for your garden crops. The idea is to cut off the gestational period of the thrip so that it does not have the ability to mate and reproduce. Here are the instructions on how to apply diatomaceous earth to kill thrips. *Please note that diatomaceous earth can be used in conjunction with neem oil. Step 1: First thing is first and that is identification of the thrips. Many gardeners will utilize sticky traps both to help eliminate insects and to help identify them. You can find some great sticky traps from Arbico Organics by clicking the link. Blue stocky traps seem to work a bit better with thrips and that is what we have linked for you at Arbico Organics. Step 2: Next we want to identify any dead leaf clutter on the ground around the plant, floor of a greenhouse, and any other area. Find it and remove it. Thrips like to hide in dead leaf material especially right before the adult stage as they like to stay within soil and dead plant material before they emerge as adults. Step 3: Before we apply diatomaceous earth, we want to be sure that the plants are misted with water to help the product stick to the plants. Same thing would apply for the soil around the plant. Doesn't have to be much. Again, just a misting. Using our JT Eaton Red Insecticide Duster and/or our Diatomaceous Earth Dispense r , lightly and evenly apply to the undersides of leaves, top sides of leaves, stems, and the soil around the plant. It is going to make the plant look like you sprinkled flour all over it. No worries, its not toxic to the plant and will not effect the way it grows. Step 4: Leave application on those locations for ideally 7 days and then reapply. We understand that plants need to be watered. After a watering, chances are the product will be washed into the soil and will not be effective again. Simply reapply to the locations described in step 3 until the next watering. We commonly see thrip infestations eliminated in as little as one week, up to two weeks depending on the severity of the infestation and how you are applying the product. So try to keep the product on the plants as much as possible for a 2 week period. Remembering that you need to apply in a light, visible, and even fashion. More is NOT better, it is a waste of the product. 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