Gardens in New Farm are lush for most of the year, and that suits paper wasps. Nests end up inside murraya and lilly pilly hedges, among palm fronds, in citrus and mango trees, on trellises and arbours and under garden benches. Most people only find them when the hedge trimmer, the secateurs or a stray elbow sets them off. Wasps also feed on the nectar and small insects that gardens attract.
The crew we book walks the garden, watches for wasps flying in and out of the same spot and finds each nest. They treat it where it hangs, give the wasps time to settle, then cut or lift the nest out and bag it, keeping damage to the plant to a minimum. Stalks left on branches are snipped off so the spot is less appealing next season.
Before any big garden job, such as hedging, pruning or clearing out a bed, take a slow walk around and watch for wasp traffic. Hedge trimmers and mowers can stir up a nest in seconds, so it pays to look first. When you call, tell us which plants the nests are in and how high they sit. We give you an upfront price before the visit and book a time that suits you.
- Nests inside hedges and dense shrubs
- Nests among palm fronds and banana leaves
- Nests in citrus, mango and other fruit trees
- Nests on trellises, arbours and climbing plants
- Nests under garden benches and pot stands
- Several nests spread through one long hedge
Same-day or next-day visits are often possible where the run allows. To book garden wasp control in New Farm, call 07 3543 7769 and tell us where in the garden the wasps are.
