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Hogarth's Pest Control is a locally owned and operated pest, animal, and wildlife control company that has been in service for over 16 years.

We do spider webb sweeping off the exterior of homes it can be better then power washing. carpenter ants and we dont need to go inside your home or drill holes rodents bats bed bugs fleas Ants stinging insects

08/23/2024

Check out this very large paper wasp nest! It's the biggest one so far this year. If you are dealing with something like this at your property, pick up the phone and call the pros. We are ready and willing to help.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

08/09/2024

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A HONEYBEES & BUMBLEBEES?

Bumblebees and honeybees have several differences in appearance, behavior, and nesting habits:

Bumblebees are larger and hairier than honeybees, with rounder bodies and more robust wings. Honeybees are more slender, have fewer body hairs, and have more translucent wings. Bumblebees are typically black and yellow but some species are orange or red. Honeybees have a distinctive golden color and a more pronounced abdomen.

Honeybees sting more often than bumblebees. Honeybees only sting once, but bumblebees can sting multiple times. Honeybees nest above the ground, building their hives in tree hollows or rock crevices. Bumblebees live in simpler, smaller nests.

Bumblebees and honeybees also differ in their ability to pollinate and in the amount of honey they produce. Bumblebees have an advantage when it comes to pollinating because they often have long tongues and their fuzzy bodies can hold a lot more pollen.

Honeybees produce a lot of honey, while bumblebees only make a little. Bumblebees also make honey that's not the same texture as honey bee honey.
Both honey bees and bumble bees are facing conservation issues. Honey bees are threatened by outward forces and bumble bees by habitat loss.

At Hogarth's Pest Control & Wildlife Removal, we respect the honeybee and will not remove a nest. We will refer a beekeeper. We can remove a bumblebees nest but the requests to do so is rare.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

08/05/2024

WHAT TO DO IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE BATS IN YOUR ATTIC:

While there are thousands of species of bats around the world, the little brown bat is the most common in Northern Michigan. The little brown bat is a small to medium-sized bat with an average life expectancy of 2 years. Bats are the only mammal that can truly fly. They are nocturnal and hibernate during the colder winter months. The little brown bat typically gives birth to one pup between May and July. They are typically found in homes and buildings and can live in colonies up to 500. Bats forage for insects at about 10-20 feet over trees and lawns. People often see them when sweeping low over the water to drink.

Bats can enter a structure through a pencil-sized opening, or through an open door or window. Primary entry locations include attic vents, fascia boards, soffit corners, and chimneys. Entry points may also be above gutters, roof vents, exterior high hat lights, and ridge caps. Common entry point identifiers are droppings and/or rub marks on the structure. A preliminary bat inspection is necessary to identify current and potential bat entry points from the exterior that lead into the interior of the structure, prior to performing any exclusion, eviction, and/or venting. A preliminary inspection may also reveal evidence of structural defects or contamination within the structure.

Dangers of Little Brown Bats
Bats can carry rabies and transmission to humans may be possible if any physical contact has been made. Clients should always take every precaution to avoid direct contact with bats and should contact a professional at the first available opportunity if they know or believe physical contact has been made. Bat droppings, or bat guano, may also be hazardous to humans through exposure to histoplasmosis. The health risk is based on the amount and location of bat guano, and if any disturbance of the guano has been made.

Prevention
Bat exclusion is the process of sealing, caulking, screening, and/or venting all potential bat entry points on the exterior of the structure. This is to evict the bats and prevent future entry. Removal is often done through the use of one-way exit devices; these allow bats to leave the structure but not re-enter. Bat trapping is not a biologically sound method of eviction, one that we at Hogarth’s Pest Control and Wildlife Removal do not use or promote. We do offer bat exclusion services and will be happy to assist you. Give us a call to set up an inspection today!

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/31/2024

WHAT'S DIGGING AND MAKING TUNNELS IN MY FLOWER GARDEN?

Many animals can dig tunnels and make holes in flower gardens, including small mammals, raccoons, and skunks:

Small mammals
These animals, such as moles, voles, and gophers, are active underground and can create extensive networks of tunnels and burrows. These tunnels can improve soil by aerating it and mixing nutrients, but they can also damage the soil structure and drainage.
Moles: These rodents dig tunnels in search of food like insects, earthworms, and grubs. Their digging can sever grass roots and raise sod, causing the grass above their tunnels to die. You can identify moles by the heaps of sand they leave behind.
Voles: These field or meadow mice, which are related to shrews, create "runways" through flowerbeds and turf. Their tunnels typically have exterior holes the size of golf balls. Voles eat plant roots, flower bulbs, and tree and shrub bark. They can also live in mole tunnels, which can lead some people to believe that voles dug the tunnels themselves.
Gophers: These animals are known for pulling things underground and building extensive tunnels that leave distinctive dirt mounds. Gophers are more interested in flower bulbs and root vegetables than other plants.

Raccoons and skunks
These animals dig shallow holes in soil and mulch using their sharp claws to search for food like worms, grubs, snails, frogs, and spiders. They may also leave piles of refuse behind as they explore. Skunks can also dig out their own dens or burrow under structures, and they may make their dens in abandoned burrows created by other animals.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
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07/29/2024

THE WOOD ROACH

The wood roach, sometimes called wood cockroaches, are outdoor-living cockroaches. They do not seek shelter in outbuildings and do not breed indoors, although you may spot one occasionally. Their behavior and preferences are a simple way of distinguishing them from other pests. Distinguishing from other roaches based on appearance may be difficult, but it’s not impossible.

To an untrained eye, wood roaches appear very similar to the German cockroach. However, before you panic, continue reading! A wood roach is lighter in color and lacks the German Cockroach markings (two black lines on their head).

Wood roaches are most commonly found in organic debris around a structure (including woodpiles and mulch). We do not consider wood roaches “filth roaches” as they are not associated with cleanliness. Although wood roaches don’t infest homes and other buildings like other species of cockroaches, you may encounter a specimen inside. They’ll often hitch a ride in firewood brought into the home. Males often are attracted to the light of your home at night and will find their way in through a window or other opening. Many females are wingless and rarely encountered. Wood roaches generally are not light-sensitive like the house-invading species of cockroaches, and they aren’t a secretive pest; you’re likely to encounter them during any time of the day.

Wood roach populations become abundant in the summer months. It is during this time that customers will call in frantically, saying that they are finding German cockroaches in their homes when a lot of the time, it is the wood roach. Once inside, these roaches do not survive for very long.

Performing exclusion work around the affected structure as well as performing a barrier treatment at the base of your home will help to keep these nuisance roaches out. Hogarth’s Pest Control & Wildlife Removal specializes in this type of exclusion work. We are eager to assist you in remediating your problem today!

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/26/2024

WHAT"S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FEAS & SPRINGTAILS?

*Springtails and fleas are both small, jumping insects that can be found in homes with pets, but they have several key differences:

*Springtails have soft, rounded bodies that are easily crushed, while fleas have hard, flattened bodies that are difficult to kill by crushing.

*Springtails can be multi-colored, while fleas are usually reddish-brown.

*Springtails have obvious antennae, while flea antennae are difficult to see.

*Springtails use a spring-loaded structure called a furcula on their abdomen to jump, while fleas use their legs.

*Springtails don't feed on blood, but adult fleas are blood-feeding insects with piercing mouthparts that allow them to bite.

*Springtails lay eggs in damp soil or organic matter, and the young go through several developing stages before becoming sexually mature adults. Fleas go through a pupal stage before becoming adults.

*Springtails can range in size from 0.2–10 mm long, while fleas are typically larger.
Both springtails and fleas are most active during the warm months of the year, like May, June, July & August.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/24/2024

Clover mites (Bryobia praetiosa)

Clover mites are among the smallest home invaders we have in Michigan. They belong to the spider mite family Tetranychidae and, as the name implies, they feed on clovers and grasses. People often mistake clover mites for minute six legged insects because their front legs on considerably longer than the others and they are projected forward giving them the appearance of antennae (mites do not have antennae). Lush growing, well-fertilized lawns tend to produce the largest number of clover mites. For whatever reason, newly established lawns also seem to harbor large numbers of clover mites. When conditions are right, clover mites can invade homes by the thousands. This normally happens in the spring, but fall invasions also occur. They are small enough to crawl right through window screens and through cracks around windows, doors and other external openings. If they are crushed during attempts to wipe them up, they leave tiny red stains.

Clover mites are usually a temporary nuisance. They appear suddenly and are generally gone a few days later. Household aerosol insecticides can be used to kill the mites indoors, if deemed necessary, but a soapy rag or wet sponge work just as well on indoor surfaces. A vacuum cleaner equipped with a hose and a soft brush attachment will also work. Wipe or brush carefully to avoid crushing the mites and causing stains. Mites can be removed from the outside of buildings with a garden house. An insecticidal soap can be concocted by using regular liquid dish-washing soap mixed at the rate of 2 tablespoons per gallon of water. These water-based treatments will not provide any residual control. A more aggressive approach would be a perimeter treatment of a persistent insecticide along the outside walls and extending about 10 feet out from the foundation. Any type of over the counter treatment is not recommended by Hogarth's Pest Control. Call us, and we'll have one of our professional Technician's go to your property to assess the situation, and come up with a plan to best control the population getting inside.

The best long-term method for reducing persistent clover mite invasions is by providing a grass-free band, 18-24 inches wide, around the house. This can easily be accomplished by open areas of course sand or pea stone, or by installing a plant bed. Removing clovers and other ground covers from the lawn may also help prevent mite numbers from building up in lawns.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/12/2024

Michigan may see changing insect patterns amid severe weather

Expect a lot of bugs this year, especially ants.

Experts at the National Pest Management Association predict ideal conditions for insect pests in Michigan this year thanks to erratic weather patterns and insect activity is expected to peak later than normal.

The group's bi-annual Bug Barometer report released Tuesday said recent severe weather could lead to increased populations of ticks, mosquitoes, ants, and other insects, whose populations will peak later in the year.

"While we typically anticipate an increase in pest activity during the spring and summer, these conditions, paired with warm temperatures and rainfall on the horizon, can create the ideal conditions for pest populations to boom," said Jim Fredericks, senior vice president of public affairs for the association.

Experts compiled the report based on weather patterns, long-term forecasts, and pest biology. Heavy snowfall, unseasonably warm temperatures, heavy flooding, and more are examples of severe weather in the U.S.

In the Midwest, experts predict a delay in the peak season for earwigs, millipedes, centipedes, and similar insects that tend to thrive during wet summer months.

Ant activity could increase as ants move inside in search of moisture due to above-average temperatures and below-average precipitation this spring.

"If you suspect a pest issue in or around your home be sure to call a pest control professional who can identify the issue and recommend a course of treatment that will work best for your property. DIY treatments are not recommended as they can often make pest issues worse," Fredericks said.

The above information was published by the Detroit Free Press on 3/20/24

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690
231-264-6060
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07/08/2024

Top 20 Most Roach Infested Cities In America

Roaches, as creepy as they are, are some of the most incredible insects on the planet. Existing for over 200 years, cockroaches come in many different shapes and sizes. The common American cockroach can withstand forces up to 900 times greater than its own bodyweight, can squeeze through an opening just 3 millimeters thin, and can last a full month without food. These facts, along with their quick reproduction abilities, are just a few of many reasons why roaches are so hard to eliminate. Cockroaches can affect anyone, although they are more prevalent in certain regions of the United States than others. It's important to have a plan in place to treat and prevent roaches should they invade your home. Roaches thrive in hot temperatures with high humidity levels, so it's no wonder that roach infestations are most common in summer months. Without further ado, here are the top 20 most roach infested cities according to the American Housing Survey.

20. Cleveland, OH
19. Denver, CO
18. Milwaukee, WI
17. San Francisco, CA
16. Chicago, IL
15. Cincinnati, OH
14. Kansas City, MO
13. Philadelphia, PA
12. Washington, DC
11. Riverside, CA
10. Memphis, TN
9. New York, NY
8. Dallas, TX
7. Los Angeles, CA
6. Raleigh, NC
5. Phoenix, AZ
4. Atlanta, GA
3. Miami, FL
2. Houston, TX
1. New Orleans, LA

Roaches exist far beyond these top 20 cities and can affect any region in the country, regardless of reputation.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/05/2024

FIVE REASONS ANTS COME INTO HOMES:

When ants invade your home, they can be challenging to eliminate and seem to come from everywhere. Have you ever wondered what attracts ants to your home in the first place? Here are five common reasons ants are drawn to homes, along with some essential prevention tips to keep your home ant-free, even with warm weather and high humidity.

What causes ant infestations?
Ants usually come indoors seeking shelter and food. They typically send out scouts who look for ideal conditions for the colony. If they find things like food residue, easy access to water, and accessible shelter, more members of the colony will follow suit.

Weather can also affect their behavior. If it’s cold or wet outdoors, ants are far more likely to start looking for indoor havens for protection.

Does killing ants attract more ants?
Unfortunately, yes. Dead ants release pheromones that alert nearby ants, who typically carry their dead back to an area called a midden. The midden holds dead ants, waste, and contamination to keep infections away from the hive.

Five reasons ants come into homes:
No matter the species, most ants found in the U.S. are drawn into homes for similar reasons. Below are the top five reasons you’ll find an ant infestation in your home.

1. Sugary foods
Ants are often looking for accessible food sources, which is why infestations are widespread in kitchens, pantries, and places where food is stored. They like sugary, sweet foods, whether natural or artificial. Ants are attracted to things like spilled soda, sugary snacks, food particles, and even fruits & vegetables on the counter.

2. Grease
Left-behind grease and food residue—often on your stovetop, sides of food storage containers, countertops, or trash cans—is another factor that attracts ants besides food. These tiny food particles humans can often overlook essentially function as beacons to ants. Especially for restaurants, cleaning up grease residue is essential for keeping pests away.

3. Moisture
Many species of ants look for a constant and easy source of food and water. Ants are attracted to water because they need it to grow and reproduce. Leaking toilets, sinks, and fixtures can create ideal environments for ants, along with poorly sealed windows and doors. Standing water near backed-up floor drains or in laundry rooms can also cause an ant infestation.

4. Easy entry
Ants don’t need much space to get inside. Cracks in your foundation, holes in your walls, and poorly sealed windows and doors can all become entrances for ants. They can also find paths through walls and loose baseboards or gaps in floorboards.

5. Decaying wood
Leaky gutters or pipes after a rainstorm can cause wood to retain excess moisture in your home, which is often just enough to make it the perfect hideout for ants. Carpenter ants will burrow into soft, decaying, or waterlogged wood. Other species of ants can use paths already created by termites or carpenter ants to find access to shelter.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/03/2024

MIDWEST GARDENING:
What to Do in the Garden in July

July is a busy month for Midwest gardens, but also a rewarding time to be outside and enjoying your garden. The month can be hot and dry, so pay attention to watering; also stay on stop of w**ding, deadheading, fertilizing and pruning. Many vegetables are ready to be harvested in July, including tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and beans. Savor your garden's bounty in this midsummer month.

Water Flowers and Lawns:
Keep flowers and lawns green and healthy by making sure your landscaping gets enough water— about 1 inch a week. If using a sprinkler, set out a pan or tuna can on the lawn to collect and measure how much water falls. The best time to water is in early morning; this prevents water loss from evaporation and gives foliage daylight hours to dry to prevent disease.

Keep Weeding:
Try working in the cool of morning— especially right after watering, when roots will be easier to pull—or in the evening to minimize your exposure to heat.

Deadhead Flowers:
Deadheading—cutting or pinching off faded blooms—keeps your landscape tidy and encourages certain flowers to bloom more.

Mulch as Needed:
Spread 1-3 inches of wood chips or other w**d-suppressing material now that the soil has warmed.

Plant with Caution:
You can continue to plant trees, shrubs and roses. Keep well-watered, though, and don't plant bare-root types, which need cool, wet weather to take off.

In the northern Midwest, you may be able to divide and transplant fall-blooming perennials now (it's usually too hot and dry this month for this farther south). Wait to divide spring bloomers until fall.

In the northern Midwest, you can continue to plant summer bulbs such as gladiolus corms, canna rhizomes, and begonia tubers.

Mow Lawns High:
The longer grass shades the soil, conserving moisture and discouraging w**d. Mow to 3 inches for cool-season grasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass, and 2 inches for most warm-season grasses, such as Bermuda grass and zoysia. Remember to mow often. Don't remove more than one-third of the grass blade at a time or you'll stress the grass.

Harvest Veggies:
Enjoy regular harvests from your vegetable garden. Harvesting encourages vegetables to keep producing until fall. This is especially true with green beans, but also green peppers, hot peppers, cucumbers, squash, eggplants and tomatoes.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
[email protected]

07/01/2024

BENEFICIAL GARDEN INSECTS IN MICHIGAN:
Beneficial Insects can ward off pests and help pollinate your yard. While no garden is free of pests, you can help encourage more beneficial inspects into your yard to help keep down the damaging pest population.

Cicada Killer Wasps (Sphecius speciosus)
They are the largest wasp that occurs in Michigan. They occur in all states east of the Rocky Mountains and prefer to dig their burrows in sandy, bare, well-drained soil exposed to full sunlight. They are the largest wasp that occurs in Michigan. They are beneficial because they help reduce cicada populations and can also help pollinate plants.

Ground Beetles (Carabidae)
There are about 2,000 different species of ground beetles in North American. The ground beetles we encounter in the garden are nocturnal and they dig down into the mulch and other organic matter during the day. They help the garden by eating common garden pests like Caterpillars (and other insect larvae), Ants, Aphids, Maggots, Wireworms, and Slugs. A few species of ground beetles will also eat the seeds of invasive w**ds such as lambs quarter, foxtail, ragw**d, and thistle.

Praying Mantis (Mantodea)
The Praying Mantis is a most interesting and enjoyable beneficial insect to have around the garden. Praying Mantis has an enormous appetite and will eat avariety of aphids, leafhoppers, mosquitoes, caterpillars and other soft-bodied insects when young. Later they will eat larger insects, beetles, grasshoppers, crickets, and other pest insects. Praying mantises are large, solitary, slow moving, and predaceous insects that catch their prey with their front legs.

Soldier Beetles (Cantharidae)
Soldier beetles mainly feed on pollen and nectar. Because of their frequent contact with flowers, soldier beetles are important pollinators. They do not damage flowers or other plants and are harmless to people. There is no need to control them.

Lady Bugs (Coccinellidae)
Ladybugs are predators with an insatiable appetite for aphids. A ladybug can eat up to 5,000 aphids over its lifetime. They can also help to rid your garden of other soft-bodied insects such as mites, mealybugs and leafhoppers, along with insect eggs and even ants.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
[email protected]

06/28/2024

BUTTERFLY GARDEN SHRUBS & TREES
Certain shrubs and trees are known for attracting butterflies and for hosting the larvae

Many shrubs or trees will attract butterflies if they produce nectar, and many will host the larvae,. These shrubs or trees are quite commonly known to be attractive to butterflies. Many of these shrubs and trees will attract a wide variety of butterflies, but listed here are the Butterflies that specifically favor the shrubs and trees.

Black Swallowtail; Tiger Swallowtail; Pipevine Swallowtail; Comma; Snout Butterfly; Great Spangled Fritillary; Pearl Crescent; Red Admiral; Painted Lady; Common Checkered- Skipper; and Nymphalids.

Buttonbush attracts Tiger Swallowtail, Painted Lady and Silver Spotted Skipper.

Summersweet Clethra attracts a great variety of butterflies including Swallowtails.

Azalea attract the Giant Swallowtail, Pipevine Swallowtail and Spicebush Swallotail.

Hydrangea ‘Tardiva’ attracts the Monarch butterfly.

Honeysuckle attracts the Giant Swallowtail, Tiger Swallowtail, Spicebush Swallowtail and the Silver Spotted Skipper.

Lilac attracts the Pipevine Swallowtail, Monarch, Swallowtails and Nymphalids butterfly.

Birch trees hosts the larvae of Tiger Swallowtail, Mourning Cloak and Compton Tortoiseshell. It also attracts the Northern Pearly Eye.

Arrowwood Viburnum hosts the larvae of the Hummingbird Moth and the Spring Azure, and attracts the Red Admiral, Baltimore Checkerspot and Question Mark butterfly.

Willow host the larvae of the Striped Hairstreak, Red-Spotted Purple, Viceroy, Mourning Cloak, Tiger Swallowtail and Compton Tortoiseshell. Willow also atracts the Mourning Cloak and Northern Pearly Eye butterfly.

Cottonwood, Poplar and Quaken Aspen trees host the larvae of the Viceroy, Red-Spotted Purple, Mourning Cloak, White Admiral and Striped Hairstreak. They also attract the Northern Pearly Eye butterfly.

Dogwood hosts the larvae of Spring/Sumer Azure and attracts the Snout Butterfly.

Hornbeam hosts the larvae of the Red-Spotted Purple.

Hickory hosts the larvae of the Banded Hairstreak.

Prickly Ash hosts the larvae of the Giant Swallowtail

New Jersey Tea hosts the larvae of Spring Azure and attracts Spring Azure, Coral Hairstreak, Striped Hairstreak, Banded Hairstreak and Acadian Hairstreak.

Hackberry hosts the larvae of Hackberry Butterfly, Question Mark, Mourning Cloak, Snout Butterfly and Tawny Emperor.

Serviceberry hosts the larvae of the Striped Hairstreak.

Elm trees host the larvae of the Mourning Cloak, Question Mark and Comma butterfly.

Spicebush hosts the larvae of Spicebush Swallowtail.

Black Walnut hosts the larvae of the Banded Hairstreak butterfly.

Tulip Tree hosts the larvae of the Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.

Crabapple trees host the larvae of Crabapple Spring Azure, Viceroy Red-Spotted Purple, ant the Tiger Swallowtail butterfly.

Cockspur Hawthorn hosts the larvae of the Striped Hairstreak and Red-Spotted Purple.

Honey Locust hosts the larvae of Silver Spotted Skipper.

Cherry, Plum and Wild Black Cherry trees host the larvae of Tiger Swallowtail, Coral Hairstreak, Striped Hairstreak, Spring Azure, White Admiral, Red Spotted Purple and Viceroy.

Witch-Hazel hosts the larvae of Spring Azure.

Oak trees host the larvae of Striped Hairstreak, Edward’s Hairstreak and Banded Hairstreak.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
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06/26/2024

BUTTERFLY ANNUAL GARDEN PLANTS:
Certain plants are known for attracting butterflies and for hosting the larvae

Many plants will attract butterflies if they produce nectar, and many will host the larvae,. These plants are quite commonly known to be attractive to butterflies. Many of these plants will attract a wide variety of butterflies, but listed here are the Butterflies that specifically favor the plant.

ANNUALS:

Bugloss hosts the larvae of the Buckeye butterfly.

Cornflower hosts the larvae of the American Painted Lady butterfly.

Cosmos attract the Silvery Checkerspot and the Cloudless Sulphur butterfly.

Cleome hosts the larvae of the Checkered White butterfly.

Lantana attracts the Zebra Longwing and the Tiger swallowtail butterfly.

Nasturtium hosts the larvae of the Cabbage White butterfly.

Snapdragon hosts the larvae of the Buckeye butterfly.

Sunflower attracts the American Lady, Giant Swallowtail, Painted Lady, Gorgone Checkerspot, Silvery Checkerspot, Spicebush Swallowtail, Wild Indigo Duskywing, Sachem and Bordered Patch butterfly. It also hosts the larvae of the Silvery Checkerspot and the Gorgone Checkerspot.

Zinnia attracts the Little Glassywing and the Cloudless Sulpher butterfly.

Hogarth's Pest Control
10283 Elk Lake Road
Williamsburg, MI 49690

231-264-6060
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06/24/2024

BUTTERFLY PERENNIAL GARDEN PART 2

Certain plants are known for attracting butterflies and for hosting the larvae

Many plants will attract butterflies if they produce nectar, and many will host the larvae,. These plants are quite commonly known to be attractive to butterflies. Many of these plants will attract a wide variety of butterflies, but listed here are the Butterflies that specifically favor the plant.

Aster hosts the larvae of the Pearl Crescent and Silvery Checkerspot and attracts several butterflies including the Buckeye, Viceroy, Black Swallowtail, Checkered White, Painted Lady, Monarch Eastern Tailed-Blue Pearl Crescent, American Painted Lady, Cloudless Sulphur, Clouded Sulpher, Common Checkered-Skipper and the Hairstreak butterfly. The Frikart’s Aster also hosts the larvae of the Dog Face Sulphur, Orange Sulphur, Clouded Sulphur and Eastern Tailed-Blue.

False Indigo and Wild White Indigo host the larvae of the Dog Face Sulphur, Orange Sulphur, Clouded Sulphur and Eastern Tailed-Blue. They also attract the Orange Sulphur, Clouded Sulpher and Eastern Tailed-Blue butterlfy.

Pink Turtlehead attracts the Silver-Spotted Skipper, Spicebush Swallowtail and Tiger Swallowtail.

Shasta Daisy attracts the Painted Lady and the Red Admiral butterfly.

Stonecrop attracts the Red Admiral butterfly.

Tickseed hosts the larvae of the Silvery Checkerspot Buckeye and the ‘Karner’ Melissa Blue. It also attracts the Buckeye butterfly, Viceroy, Eastern Tailed-Blue, Spring Azure, Pearl Crescent, Orange Sulfur, American Copper and Red Admiral butterfly.

English Lavender attracts the Eastern Tailed-Blue, Monarch, Whites and Swallowtail butterfly.

Black-Eyed Susan hosts the larvae ot the Silvery Checkerspot and attracts the Great Spangled Fritillary, Silver-Bordered Fritillary, Pearl Crescent, Viceroy, Monarch and Blues.

Scabiosa attracts the Painted lady, Red Admiral, Sulphur, Swallowtails and Whites.

Goldenrod hosts the larvae of the Baltimore and Silvery Checkerspot and attracts the Monarch, Silver-Spotted Skipper, Clouded Sulpher, Viceroy and Gray Hairstreak butterfly.

Coriander, Dill and Parsley host the larvae of Swallowtails.

Wild Indigo and Lead Plant host the larvae of Sulfur butterflies.

Violets host the larvae of the Great Spangled Fritillary, Variegated Fritillary and Aphrodite Fritillary.

Verbena attracts the Great Spangled Fritillary, Zebra Longwing, Swallowtail and the Sulphur butterfly.

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The odorous house ants are currently on the move, likely in search of food or a new nesting location. It is important to take preventive measures to control their movement and potential infestation. Keeping food sealed, maintaining cleanliness, and sealing off entry points can help deter these ants from entering your home. If the infestation persists, Calling Hogarths's Pest Control may be necessary to effectively eliminate the ants.

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Sebum marks left by mice can be a common issue in households. These marks are often found in areas where mice have been active, such as along baseboards, in cabinets, and around food storage areas. It is important to clean up these marks promptly to prevent the spread of bacteria and potential health risks associated with mice infestations. Using a disinfectant or a mixture of vinegar and water can help effectively remove sebum marks left by mice. Regular cleaning and proper sanitation practices can also help deter mice from returning to the same areas.

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Video by Donnie Turner Donnie boasts an impressive track record of more than two decades in the pest control industry, specifically with Hogarth’s Pest Control. His expertise is underscored by his certification as a Basic Wildlife Control Operator and Bat Standards Compliant through the National Wildlife Control Operators Association. Additionally, Donnie is recognized as a Bird Barrier Certified Installer, showcasing his diverse skill set in wildlife management. In 2016 and 2024, he went the extra mile to obtain certifications in Reality Rope and Harness, demonstrating his commitment to staying current with industry standards and best practices. Notably, Donnie was honored as the Technician of the Year in 2022 in Kentucky, a testament to his exceptional professionalism and dedication to his craft.

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Hogarths Pest Control offers professional services for mice control near you. Our team is dedicated to helping you eliminate any mice infestations in your home or business. With our expertise and effective solutions, you can trust us to get the job done right. Don't let mice cause damage or pose health risks - contact Hogarths Pest Control today for reliable and efficient pest control services.

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Carpenter Ants Removal Near Me Carpenter ants are a common sight in Glen Arbor, Michigan as they are on the move. These ants can cause damage to wooden structures and are often found nesting in damp or decaying wood. It is important to take preventive measures to protect your home from these destructive pests. Video By Ken Hogarth. Ken Hogarth started Hogarth’s Pest Control in 1994 with his wife, Holly. What started as a one truck operation has evolved to include a loyal, yet growing, customer base and a fleet of 12. Hogarth’s Pest Control takes pride in offering exceptional customer service and strong attention to detail. Ken is certified through the National Wildlife Control Operators Association as an Advanced Wildlife Control Operator, Bat Standards Compliant, and Level 1 and 2 Urban Sharpshooter. He also received certifications through the ACRBT Catastrophe Rope and Harness Course, and is a Bird Barrier Certified Installer.

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Parker Hogarth got this video today out on the Peninsula in Traverse City Mi He said they are really active this year . Parker Hogarth became a certified technician in 2012 and has been working for the family business ever since. Parker obtained his Bachelor's of Science with a focus in environmental studies from Western Michigan University in 2017. Parker is certified through the National Wildlife Control Operators Association as an Advanced Wildlife Control Operator, Goose Management, Level 1 and 2 Urban Sharpshooter, and Bat Standards Compliant. He is also a Bird Barrier Certified Installer and received his Reality Rope and Harness certification in the fall of 2016.

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Hogarths is a family-owned business that has been operating for nearly three decades. We are currently in need of both full-time and seasonal assistance. In the past, we have had the privilege of working with college students who balanced their studies while contributing to our team. Our dedicated employees have stayed with us for many years, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie. If you have a passion for customer service, enjoy working autonomously, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

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If you are looking for flying squirrel removal services near Northern Michigan, you have come to the right place. Our team specializes in safely and effectively removing flying squirrels from residential and commercial properties in the area. With years of experience and expertise, we ensure that these pesky critters are removed humanely and without causing harm to them or your property. Contact us today for expert flying squirrel removal services in Northern Michigan.

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Mice sebum in a home can be a common issue for many homeowners. These small rodents are known to leave behind oily secretions that can be difficult to clean and can attract other pests. It is important to address any mouse infestations promptly to prevent further damage to your home. Implementing effective pest control measures and sealing off entry points can help keep mice and their sebum at bay. Remember to regularly clean and sanitize areas where mice have been present to ensure a healthy living environment.

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Odorous house ants, also known as tapinoma sessile, are small ants that emit a foul odor when crushed. These ants are commonly found in homes, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom areas. They are attracted to sugary foods and can quickly infest a space if not properly controlled. One common method for dealing with odorous house ants is to locate and eliminate their nest. This can be challenging as these ants often have multiple satellite colonies. It is important to use bait traps and ant repellents to effectively control their population. Regular cleaning and proper food storage can also help prevent odorous house ant infestations. By keeping your home clean and free of crumbs and spills, you can reduce the likelihood of these pests taking up residence in your space. Additionally, sealing cracks and crevices in your home can help prevent their entry. Overall, odorous house ants can be a nuisance, but with proper prevention and control methods, you can keep their populations in check.