Spring sunlight sparks excitement above ground, but the real action begins under the soil. While gardeners celebrate the return of green shoots and fresh planting plans, an entire underground world starts stirring. Tiny creatures chew roots, tunnel through soil, and feast on tender seedlings before those plants even stretch toward daylight. March marks the moment when warming soil temperatures wake up pests that spent winter hiding below the frost line. They move quietly, work quickly, and leave behind frustrating damage that often appears out of nowhere.
A healthy garden depends on understanding what lurks beneath the surface. Some underground pests munch on roots, others slice through seedlings, and a few tunnel through soil like tiny construction crews with destructive habits. Spotting their signs early can mean the difference between thriving plants and a frustrating spring.
