I've been dealing with some ground bees in my yard, and they really seem to hang around despite my efforts. I've used bee spray directly in their hole, tried drowning it with water for over an hour, and even poured diatomaceous earth into the hole. They're still buzzing in and out every morning, and it's becoming a real hassle, especially with young kids playing nearby. I do have some carpenter bee spray arriving soon, but I'm not sure it will help with this issue since I've never faced something like this before. I'm thinking about calling pest control tomorrow, but in the meantime, I'm open to other solutions. Any advice?
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It's important to identify whether they're true ground bees or yellow jackets. If they’re smaller than normal bees, there’s a chance they could be more aggressive like yellow jackets. Identifying them could help you choose the right treatment approach.
Have you tried using a vacuum cleaner near the entrance? Just remember to cover the hose when you're done so they don't escape. This worked wonders for me!
A shop vac with a little soapy water in the bottom can work too! That's how I got rid of a pesky nest.
I've had success using delta dust on hornets nesting in my stone wall. You need multiple applications, but it sticks to them as they go in and out, which helps kill them off slowly. Sprays only affect the ones you hit, so this might be a more effective solution for you. Also, dish soap poured in the hole followed by a good soak with the garden hose has always done the trick for me.
That dish soap method sounds interesting! I’ll have to try that.
I recommend using "Stryker" spray, which is professional quality. Go out there just before dusk and spray it directly into the hole. That should take care of the problem in no time!
Another trick is to cover the hole with a clear glass bowl, sealing it with dirt. They’ll think they can get out and will exhaust themselves trying. In a few days, you'll find them starved and dead. Just make sure to do this lightly so they don’t dig a new exit.
How can we tell them apart? I’m curious to know what the signs are.