- under, such as leaves, plant debris, bricks, piles of lumber and similar things.
- Thin out or remove mulch.
Trapping earwigs
You can set out rolled up newspapers or similar objects to trap earwigs.
- Place old tuna fish cans baited with fish oil or vegetable oil.
- Set them out during evening in areas where you have noticed earwigs in your garden.
- In the morning, shake the traps above a pail of soapy water to remove and kill the insects.
Excess moisture attracts earwigs
- Minimize excess moisture in the landscape.
- Be sure