The Japanese Beetle Invasion
Now that we're into July, you may be seeing tiny green beetles flying all over the place. Or, if you're a gardener, you may be seeing these green beetles eating the leaves of all your plants. These green beetles are called Japanese beetles. If you've seen these beetles flying around your yard and eating your plants, shrubs and trees, you may be wondering how you can get rid of them and how to stop them front destroying your landscaping. Best Pest Control at the Lake of the Ozarks has all the information you need to know about the Japanese beetle and how to get rid of them.
What is a Japanese Beetle?
Japanese Beetles are 1/2 inch in length with metallic blue-green head, copper backs, tan wings and small white hairs lining each side of the abdomen. They lay eggs in the soil during June, which develop into tiny white grubs with brown heads that are up to 3/4 inch in length. They will remain in the soil for about 10 months. They will emerge from the soil as adult beetles and begin feeding in late June or early July. They usually feed in groups, which is why the damage can be so severe.
Japanese Beetle Introduced into the U.S.
Although today you can find Japanese Beetles destroying plants in the Eastern and Midwestern parts of the United States, they were originally only found on the island of Japan and were isolated by water and kept in check by its natural enemies. However, in 1912, a law was passed that made it illegal to import plants rooted in soil. Unfortunately, the failure o implement the law immediately allowed the Japanese beetle to arrive in the United States. It's likely that these beetles entered the country as grubs in soil on Japanese iris roots. In 1916, these pests were first spotted in a nursery in New Jersey, and by 1920, eradication programs were implements. However, these beetles proved to be too prolific a breeder.
How To Control Japanese Beetle
Unfortunately, the best way to control the Japanese Beetle is to be proactive and fight them while they're grubs in the soil. If you see them flying around it's probably too late and some damage may have already occurred. However, you can still control them. You can either pick them by hand if they're enjoying items in your garden, or you can contact a Lake of the Ozarks pest control company. During the spring, treat your lawn for grubs to ensure you won't find any beetles later in the summer. While this tip might not help you now, it will be very helpful come the following year.
Unfortunately, the best way to control the Japanese Beetle is to be proactive and fight them while they're grubs in the soil. If you see them flying around it's probably too late and some damage may have already occurred. However, you can still control them. You can either pick them by hand if they're enjoying items in your garden, or you can contact a Lake of the Ozarks pest control company. During the spring, treat your lawn for grubs to ensure you won't find any beetles later in the summer. While this tip might not help you now, it will be very helpful come the following year.
Best Pest Control Can Help
Best Pest Control can help you with all your pest control and lawn care needs at the Lake of the Ozarks. To learn more about our services, call the Best Pest Control company at the Lake of the Ozarks at 573-348-1600.
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