How To Best Fight Japanese Beetles In Wisconsin Yards, Gardens

Japanese beetles are, obviously, native to Japan and were reportedly introduced to the United States through international trade. They are now primarily found in the eastern and central United States; however, isolated populations have been extending westward.

Japanese beetles are established in many areas of Wisconsin, including both southern and northern regions, and although populations are currently more stable in the south, they are becoming increasingly active in the north.

That is a problem for homeowners because Japanese beetles cause damage both as adults and larvae. Adult beetles skeletonize leaves by eating the tissue between veins, and they also feed on fruits and flowers. Larvae, known as white grubs, feed on grass roots, causing turf to die and making it susceptible to drought.

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However, there are things you can do to control the damage and keep these pests under control. Below are several options.

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