Cutworms & Armyworms

About Cutworms & Armyworms

These caterpillars are common turf pests in Middle Tennessee, including areas like Franklin and Brentwood, known for chewing through grass blades and stems, causing irregular brown patches in lawns. Cutworms typically feed at night, cutting grass near the soil surface, while armyworms move in large groups, rapidly damaging turfgrass. Early detection and targeted treatments can help protect your lawn from extensive damage.

Cutworms & Armyworms is a turf pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Turf Pests identification guide.

As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Cutworms & Armyworms regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.