Grubs

Grubs are 1/4-inch to 2 inches, depending on their age. They are creamy white and C-shaped with tan heads and six legs. In South Florida, grubs are a year-round pest. Their larvae hatch in May and June.

Grubs damage lawns quickly and extensively by feeding on the roots of turf grass. You can spot a grub infestation by looking for thin, yellow patches of grass that eventually die due to the damage to the root systems. The turf will feel soft and spongy in damaged areas and scattered brown patches in the grass will appear.