Question: I was wondering if you have a solution for getting rid of Grounding Bees. They come out every spring for about a month.

ANSWER: The small bees nesting in the soil, and making the small holes in bare soil, are solitary bees. They are sometimes called sweat bees. They do not live in large colonies, but each female makes her own nest and rears a few larvae in galleries in the soil. These bees often occur together in large numbers, and give the appearance that there is one large colony. They are not usually aggressive, but they may sting when the nest site is approached.

To control these bees in a lawn or other outdoor recreation area you can use a garden insecticide and spray the surface of the soil. You may have to spray more than once. Any garden insecticide will be effective. It might be best to treat early in the morning or after sundown.

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