Ant Hills in the Lawn: Soil Isn’t the Cause, Use Targeted Insecticide

Numerous ant hills keep multiplying. Traps don’t work. You wonder if soil conditions attract them and plan to try borax/sugar.

Soil Is Not the Issue

Ants are just present; soil type doesn’t cause infestations. Traps can’t catch all.

Treat the mounds directly for best results.

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