They are not found on tree branches. A white sheet can be fastened to a broomstick or dowel and slowly dragged through the grass or other low plant material. Inspect the dragged cloth at regular intervals for ticks. Granular insecticide formulations can be used to control deer tick nymphs. Liquid insecticides tend to get hung up on vegetation and don't reach the soil surface.
Granular formulations filter down through the foliage and bring more effective control.
Survey the area to be certain ticks are present. If someone has been bitten by a tick or exhibits symptoms of Lyme disease, consult a physician. This is a good time to make second sowings of beets, carrots, peas, radishes, spinach, lettuce, and onions. It's also time to plant seeds of beans, corn, tomatoes, eggplants, cucumbers, peppers, and squash. Tubers of dahlias, cannas, begonias, and caladiums can be planted in the next week or two.