Acelepryn: The Long Lasting Solution for Grub Control in Your Lawn

When it comes to keeping your lawn looking lush, healthy, and green, one of the biggest threats you’ll face is grubs. These soil-dwelling pests can quickly destroy your turf from the roots up, leaving brown, spongy patches that seem to appear overnight. If you’ve ever dealt with grubs before, you know how frustrating it can be to repair the damage.

That’s where Acelepryn comes in. Used on golf courses and sports fields, and now available for home lawns, Acelepryn offers season-long protection against a range of lawn pests, including some of the most destructive grub species in Australia.

In this article, we’ll explain what makes Acelepryn so effective, how it works, the best time to apply it, and some important details to know before using it.

In lawn care, the term “grub” generally refers to the larvae of certain beetles, including the African Black Beetle, Argentine Scarab, and other common turf pests. These grubs live in the soil and feed on the roots of your lawn, cutting off the plant’s ability to take in water and nutrients.

Signs of grub damage include:

• Brown or dead patches of turf

• Turf that lifts easily from the soil, almost like a loose carpet

• Increased bird activity (birds love eating grubs)

• Spongy or uneven lawn texture

If left untreated, grubs can cause significant damage in just a few weeks, and the recovery process can take months.

Acelepryn contains the active ingredient chlorantraniliprole, which works by disrupting the muscle function of target pests. Once ingested, the pest stops feeding and eventually dies.

The real advantage of Acelepryn is its long residual control  one application can provide up to six months of protection against grubs. This makes it a preferred choice for preventative lawn care programs, especially in areas with a history of grub infestations.

Acelepryn is highly effective at controlling African Black Beetle at the 1st and 2nd instar larval stages. These are the early stages of the grub’s life when they are much smaller and more vulnerable to treatment. Targeting them at this point stops them from developing into larger, more damaging grubs.

Important: Acelepryn will not knock down fully grown grubs that are already feeding. If you already have an infestation of mature grubs, you’ll need a different treatment for immediate results.

Another question we often get is whether Acelepryn works on Lawn Armyworm. The answer is yes, but differently.

Acelepryn is not a preventative for Lawn Armyworm. There's no way to prevent these caterpillers. However, Acelepryn does act as a knockdown for Lawn Armyworm that are already present.

This means if you notice early signs of armyworm activity, such as small brown patches, chewed leaf tips, or increased moth activity at night, Acelepryn can help stop the damage from progressing.

Acelepryn is effective against a range of destructive lawn pests, including:

• African Black Beetle larvae

• Argentine Scarab

• Argentinian Stem Weevil

• Billbug larvae

While all of these pests are commonly referred to as “grubs”, they each have different lifecycles and peak activity periods. Understanding these cycles is key to applying Acelepryn at the right time.

Many grub control products on the market only work for a few weeks, meaning multiple applications are needed throughout the season. Acelepryn’s long residual protection means a single application can protect your lawn for up to six months.

It’s also safer for beneficial insects like bees when applied according to the label, and it doesn’t carry the same strong odour that some older insecticides do.

Grubs are one of the most destructive pests you can face in your lawn. They work quickly, underground, and often go unnoticed until real damage is done.

Acelepryn gives you long-lasting peace of mind, protecting your lawn from grub damage for months with a single application. By targeting pests at the right stage, especially African Black Beetle larvae you can avoid the stress and cost of repairing grub damaged turf.

If you want more than just grub control, we’ve put together a Free Lawn Calendar. It includes what products to apply and when to apply them.