How to Get Rid of Boxwood Elders

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    • 1). Examine the window and door screens, noting any torn or missing screens. Replace these screens to prevent boxelders from entering your home.

    • 2). Seal outdoor cable and wire outlets with caulk to limit the bugs' access. Fill in gaps that are 1/8 inch or larger. Seal up stone wall weep holes by using ventilation plugs.

    • 3). Sweep up any indoors bugs you find, or use a vacuum cleaner to remove them. Do not use pesticides inside your home. Check any houseplants for boxelder infestations. Treat indoor plants by removing any visible bugs with your gloved fingers.

    • 4). Spray infested outdoor plants and trees with a soap and water solution. Mix 1 teaspoon of liquid soap with 1 gallon of water in a pump sprayer. Soapy water will kill the bugs.

    • 5). Spray the infected outdoor tree with an insecticide that contains bifenthrin, permethrin or tralomethrin. Follow the product mixing directions, or buy a product that is premixed.

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