Easily Remove Ants From Your Lawn With An Eco-Friendly Find From Home Depot

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If you've spotted ant eggs in your yard, you may be wondering what to do next. Or, you may have found an entire colony that you don't wish to share your outdoor space with. On the bright side, there are various eco-friendly and natural ways to get rid of ants in your yard, including this eco-friendly solution from The Home Depot that relies on natural oils to keep ants at bay. The EcoSmart natural plant-based insect killer relies on essential oils such as clove and thyme to reduce the presence of ants in your yard. 

There have been several studies testing the efficiency of clove against ants, and clove oil has shown to be a helpful tool when it comes to pest management while thymol, a specific compound in thyme essential oil, has also shown to be beneficial. As a result, using the EcoSmart insect killer can provide a way to control the ants in your yard, while the product itself is marketed as being safe to use around children and pets when used according to the directions. It also works on targeting invertebrates beyond ants, helping provide coverage against aphids, ticks, flies, please, and other animals.

A single 10-pound bag can cover up to 5,000 square feet, and it doesn't require watering to activate. As a result, application is easy, requiring only that you spread the granules where needed in your yard. It does not specify if the EcoSmart insect killer works against all types of ants or only certain species, however.

When picking the right ant killer for your yard, there are several factors you'll want to think about beforehand. On one hand, the EcoSmart insect killer can be a good choice for homeowners with pets or children, especially those looking to treat play areas and pet spots specifically. Although you'll still need to follow the directions for safe usage, the natural formula often provides more peace of mind when used in commonly frequented areas.

Even without children or pets, however, the plant-based formula may be preferred if you're worried about introducing chemicals to your yard. The EcoSmart ant killer is described as environmentally friendly, with a formula that doesn't contaminate ground water or harm vertebrates. For homeowners looking to invite their favorite wildlife while keeping ants at bay, this may provide the right balance of treatment. You may still wish to keep any type of insecticides away from pollinator gardens or other areas where you're wishing to attract insects, however.

On the other hand, however, it is recommended by EcoSmart that their ant killer be reapplied after rain. One Home Depot reviewer pointed out that this product "worked pretty well but heavy rains cause the product to be reapplied fairly soon after." If you live somewhere with a particularly wet climate, you may find yourself needing to reapply more often than you would wish, and depending on the size of your yard, that could get costly quickly. On that same note, keeping the coverage in mind also matters. If you have over 5,000 square feet of yard, one 10-pound bag won't be enough to treat it.