Weevils

• Weevil larvae can be controlled by using LawnPro Protect sprinkled around the roots of susceptible plants and watered well in, including where Argentine stem weevil are damaging lawns.
• Identify the weevil species and check all the plants in your garden that are commonly eaten by that species. When weevil adults are causing damage to susceptible plant foliage spray with PLANThealth Spectrum.
• It is also recommended to remove weeds that weevils will feed on, and to cultivate soil to control weevil larvae.

Control of Weevils in Trees, Shrubs and Ornamentals

• Apply PLANThealth Insect Hit Granules or LawnPro Protect on the the soil around the roots of affected plants and spray with PLANThealth Spectrum.

Note: The above retail product PLANThealth Insect Hit Granules has been discontinued. However, if you have a significant problem a commercial option is still available, please contact Kiwicare directly for more information.

• Weevils are also often found as pests in the home where grain weevils will infest dried grain and other stored product foods such as grains, cereal, flour and biscuits.
• Weevils are a type of beetle from the Curculionoidea superfamily.