You should closely monitor soil temperatures and the presence of the adult Crane Flies (Daddy Long Legs) to time these applications. After application you MUST wash the nematodes into the lawn by watering heavily with a hose or a sprinkler. For this article we visited the most celebrated leather jacket company in the United States, Schott NYC, and met with the founder’s great grandson Jason Schott. Allow the jacket to dry naturally, away from direct heat sources such as radiators or sunny windows, as this can cause the leather to crack or shrink.

If you have a leatherjacket infestation in your lawn, the best route to take is to enlist professional leatherjacket control services like those provided by Lawn and Weed Expert. One of the most common issues with leather jackets and bags is that the colour fades due to exposure to the elements. Leather Jackets are a common lawn pest with over 300 species in the UK and are regarded as a menace to our lawns. Deliveries are always prompt and instructions accompanying the product are very clear and easily understood.

As a preventive measure, nematodes can be applied in September to early October against leatherjackets. The female likes to lay eggs on grassland or lawns – because that way the young will have plenty to feast upon. Once you’ve cleaned the jacket, wipe it down with a clean, dry cloth to remove any remaining soap or water. In addition to that, the protective layer of conditioner can help protect against stains and spills, which means you won’t have to worry about ruining your investment. Once the leatherjackets have hatched, they will start to eat the grass stem and roots just below the surface of the lawn.

Quite simply, the higher the number of Leatherjackets visible on the surface of the lawn, the larger the infestation. Trying to fix something without the proper training could just lead you down a path to more trouble. Another lawn pest, these larvae of Crane fly or “Daddy Long Legs” are grey-brown cigar-shaped grubs which develop under the grass in late August/September. Washing a leather jacket in a washing machine will remove the natural oils and as the leather dries out it may well crack.The easiest way to check for the larvae is to dig a series of small test holes with a fork, to a depth of about three inches below the lawn surface. The team are very flexible and I have been able to change the date of upcoming deliveries without any issues. This can be used on all leather types, but go gently if using on Aniline and Nappa prouducts, and wash the Magic Sponge in warm water after use.