Leatherjacket Damage to a Lawn in Lechlade

This Lechlade lawn had been severely attacked by leatherjackets (larvae of the crane fly, also known as daddy longlegs). Leatherjackets feed on grass roots, causing significant damage to your lawn’s health and appearance.
 

Symptoms of a leatherjacket infestation include:
 

• Yellow and brown patches of grass
• Loose turf that lifts easily
• More bird activity (they feed on the leatherjacket larvae)

Lechlade lawn solutions

To restore the lawn to its best condition, we recommended a full reseed combined with ongoing lawn care treatments. This approach helps rebuild the grass’s root system and improve overall lawn health.
 

Autumn leatherjacket lawn control with Acelepryn

In the autumn, we treated the affected area with Acelepryn, targeting the leatherjacket larvae directly thus preventing further damage, and helping to protect the lawn while it recovered.
 

Ongoing lawn care for a healthy lawn in Lechlade

To maintain a healthy lawn and prevent future leatherjacket outbreaks, regular lawn treatments and seasonal checks are essential. Early intervention is key to stopping leatherjacket infestations before they cause significant harm.
 

Our lawn services

We offer a variety of lawn care services in Swindon, Cirencester, Stroud, Lechlade, Cheltenham, and the surrounding areas. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with our professional lawn care and lawn maintenance services.