It’s official – spring has sprung!
With its longer, sunnier days, spring invites us back outside to enjoy backyard barbecues, evening strolls, and long, relaxing nights on the patio.
But with the return of sunshine comes a familiar unwelcome guest – mosquitoes.
These relentless pests can quickly turn your outdoor oasis into a battleground of bites and buzz.
So, how do you spring into a bug-free season in these warmer months?
With a little help from Flowtron!
In this article, we’ll go over how to enjoy a bug-free spring with the best outdoor bug zappers out there.
Let’s get started!
Mosquitoes in the Spring
While mosquitoes do their best biting work in the summer, the damage really starts in spring.
Over the winter, adult mosquitoes hibernate, while immature mosquitoes often survive the winter underwater, where they put their metamorphosis on pause until the weather warms up.
The result is pesky insects that practically show up overnight. Once the temperature in your area hovers above 50 degrees on a consistent basis, the mosquitoes will start to surface and begin the reproductive cycle.
And they reproduce fast – one male mosquito can propagate thousands of others, which may hatch in as little as three days. Those larvae grow quickly and exponentially, so a small infestation can turn into a significant issue in just a few weeks.
Beyond being buzzing, biting nuisances, mosquitoes also pose serious health risks, carrying a multitude of diseases, including West Nile Virus, malaria, and more.
To minimize such health concerns and live life itch-free, you need to invest in effective mosquito control for backyards – starting in the spring.
That’s where we come in.
Flowtron Bug Zappers: The Ultimate Solution
With Flowtron bug zappers for patios, your mosquito problem is a thing of the past.
Combining potent octenol attractant with powerful UV light, these outdoor mosquito zappers effectively lure all insects within a covered radius of up to 2 acres wide.
Insects are instantly killed on contact with our patented 5600V electronic killing grid, falling straight to the ground for natural reabsorption into the ecosystem.
Every outdoor bug zapper features a weatherproof polycarbonate construction that won’t rust, crack, or fade regardless of weather, so you’re safe keeping the insect zapper running even in those April showers.
The bug zappers for patios work without chemicals or insecticides, making them totally safe for use around children and pets, and providing an efficient, effective, and eco-friendly spring mosquito control solution.
Additional Prevention Strategies
For a completely mosquito-free spring, consider complementing use of your Flowtron bug zapper with some of these additional spring bug control strategies:
- Eliminate Stagnant Water – Mosquitoes most commonly breed in standing water, often collected in clogged gutters, flowerpots, birdbaths, or even the folds of a tarp. Thoroughly inspect your yard for any standing water – even as small as a bottlecap – and dump out the water, while being sure to regularly remove debris that might allow for water collection.
- Stay Covered – When outdoors, be sure to wear protective clothing and apply mosquito repellent as needed. Keep your doors closed and invest in screens to keep the bugs from entering your home.
- Spring Cleaning – Be sure to bag up and throw away any accumulated yard waste and leaf debris, and keep your yard trim and well-maintained, as mosquitoes tend to prefer woodsy, shaded areas.
- Go Natural – Try planting natural repellents such as citronella, lavender, marigold, basil, and lemongrass to help prevent mosquito build-up naturally.
Final Thoughts
As the spring air sets in, don’t let mosquitoes ruin your fun!
By taking proactive spring bug control steps now, you can reduce the mosquito population before it gets out of hand. And, with the best outdoor bug zappers by your side, you’ll have a powerful, chemical-free solution that keeps your outdoor spaces bite-free all season long.
Why wait? Spring into a bug-free season now with Flowtron!
