Super Chigger Control Strategies

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If you live in the South, Southeast, or Midwest in the United States, you’re probably well aware of chiggers. These tiny, red insects hang out in the thick brush and tall grass near streams and damp areas and are extra active in the early spring and early fall. They bite you around the ankles, behind the knees, and under the armpits, feeding on skin cells and going unnoticed for days until you discover an itchy rash. Their feeding habits make spending time outdoors unbearable, and chigger control is essential if you live in an area where they thrive. We put together a range of pest control information to help you keep your outdoor experience chigger-free.
Chiggers are the larvae of red mites and harvest mites, and there are many chigger control steps that are effective at eliminating them from your yard and preventing bites. Learn how to stop an infestation with diatomaceous earth, and repel them from your skin by making a homemade spray with essential oil and witch hazel. Discover steps to take before you head out into nature and ways to treat chigger bites.