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mlh0920

How do I exterminate ants prior to preparing vegetable bed?

mlh0920
17 years ago

I just moved last weekend and the only location suitable for planting veggies is covered in sandy anthills! I'm not sure what kind of ants they are as I've seen all kinds of black and red, both big and small in the yard and on the walkway. I am looking for a FAST and SAFE way to get rid of them prior to planting. I was wondering if disturbing thier nests while I digging up and tilling the soil would be in any way effective???

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