How do I get rid of bugs in my mulch?

Question

I have coco bean mulch. This covers about a 5 qf area. The entire area is filled with little bugs. They look like a nat. How can I get rid of them?

Answer 1

First put down the pesticide! Next slowly back away! : ) Alright, now relax.... go to your computer and type in a description of the bugs and where they are. Identify the bug first and if its a pest get rid of it as you see fit I prefer organic mixes like soapy water, cayanne pepper, and garlic, or in smaller areas hand removal. Remember though not all bugs are bad. If this is in the area of a garden you may have a horde of helpers there and not even know it, for that matter if it's near shrubs or ornamentals they could be protecting them from another pest your missing. Bottom line though find out what your dealing with before taking action.

Answer 2

You can mix a tiny bit (like 2 ounces) of Murphy's oil soap or regular dish liquid with a gallon of water and mist it on the mulch. The soap gives the insects something very similar to dysentery and they dehydrate quickly.

Answer 3

SHOOT THEM WITH SHOTGUN!!! THATS WHAT I DID!!!!!! IT WORKED!!!!! well my mulch pile got fire........... BUT IT WAS F***ING WORTH IT!!! I SHOWED THOSE B10TCHES WHOS BOSS!!!! that one fly never saw it comin......

Answer 4

those bugs are call `ticks`, just go to a home depot and buy some insect killer for grass.

P.S. make sure what u buy is the right one cause if its not u may end up killing your mulch! (buy a liquid spray).