Homeowner Shares 'Garden Nightmare' as Leatherjackets Devastate New Build Lawn

A homeowner in the United Kingdom has shared their "garden nightmare" online, detailing how a once lush, green lawn in their new build property was decimated by an infestation of leatherjackets. The video, uploaded by user Charley🤍, quickly gained traction, illustrating the dramatic transformation of their garden from a vibrant, "fluffy and green" space to a barren, muddy expanse. Initially, the garden featured a healthy, well-maintained lawn, typical of a newly developed property. However, according to the homeowner, the insidious presence of leatherjackets, the larvae of crane flies, led to the widespread destruction of the grass. The pests feed on grass roots, causing the lawn to wither and die, leaving behind patches of exposed soil. The video serves as a stark visual warning to other homeowners about the potential damage these common garden pests can inflict. It highlights the challenges of maintaining a pristine garden, especially in new builds where soil conditions might be particularly attractive to such infestations. The homeowner's experience underscores the importance of early detection and treatment for garden pests.

The Irish Sun

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Newbuild owners show before & after of ‘garden nightmare’ after pest invasion

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