Warning! If you have found this insect in your home, it’s a sign that you need to…

  • 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