Egret Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 The Japanese beetles have arrived for their annual torment to my yard. I've been soaping my lawn with a jar feeder to keep the grubs away. That worked like a charm. Now that they've hatched in places other than my yard, they're landing in our bushes and plants. They're also flying around "bugging" us. I've sprayed soapy water on all of our plants. From experience and word of mouth, the beetle traps only attract more of the little buggers. Is there anything else I can do to keep them away? I'd like to stay away from poisons and chemicals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 We convince our neighbors that they need those "beetle bags". They leave our yard for theirs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 (edited) The Japanese beetles have arrived for their annual torment to my yard. I've been soaping my lawn with a jar feeder to keep the grubs away. That worked like a charm. Now that they've hatched in places other than my yard, they're landing in our bushes and plants. They're also flying around "bugging" us. I've sprayed soapy water on all of our plants. From experience and word of mouth, the beetle traps only attract more of the little buggers. Is there anything else I can do to keep them away? I'd like to stay away from poisons and chemicals. I know you said no poison/chemicals, but how about some of this: hmm... Edited June 30, 2007 by darin3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 given that they are japanese beetles, my local horticulture guy recommended this-- Sayonara beetle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiegie Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 The Japanese beetles have arrived for their annual torment to my yard. I've been soaping my lawn with a jar feeder to keep the grubs away. That worked like a charm. Now that they've hatched in places other than my yard, they're landing in our bushes and plants. They're also flying around "bugging" us. I've sprayed soapy water on all of our plants. From experience and word of mouth, the beetle traps only attract more of the little buggers. Is there anything else I can do to keep them away? I'd like to stay away from poisons and chemicals. Teach your son that Japanese Beetles taste good. Problem solved. (You're welcome.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted June 30, 2007 Share Posted June 30, 2007 Is there anything else I can do to keep them away? I'd like to stay away from poisons and chemicals. Why? They work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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