Gasoline is also extremely flammable and can be a major fire hazard.
This tip isn’t expert-verified, but it’s a popular solution among home gardeners.
To prevent ground bees from nesting in your yard in the future, soak the soil in very early spring before the bees make their nests. [7] X Research source
Sedum, salvia, pachysandra, creeping jenny, hostas, ground ivy, and chamomile are just a few types of ground cover that you can choose from. [9] X Research source
Bentgrass, Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and bermudagrass are some well-known types of turfgrass. [11] X Research source
Bumblebees, sweat bees, leaf-cutting bees, digger bees, digger wasps, and cicada-killer wasps are the most common culprits that you’ll find in your yard. Still, these bees and wasps aren’t very aggressive and aren’t very likely to sting you. One of the most aggressive ground bees that you could potentially come across is a yellowjacket. Thankfully, they have thick, yellow and black stripes going up the abdomen, making them easy to identify. [13] X Research source Ground bees pose the biggest risk to people with allergies. If you have a severe bee or wasp allergy, it might be worth getting rid of the bees.
Yellowjackets are most active during the late summer and early fall months. [16] X Research source
Ground bees are big fans of well-drained, sandy soil without a lot of grass or brush nearby. If your property is pretty sparse, ground bees might be interested in making a nest there. [18] X Research source
