Japanese beetles have arrived – and in droves! Japanese beetles typically take over the Midwest during mid-summer, and they can cause a lot of leaf damage if left unchecked. Below is a grape plant that was damaged by the bugs:
Japanese Beetle Damage on Plants
“Skeletonized” leaves such as these are a tell-tale sign of Japanese beetle damage. They also feed on the fruit of many plants. Luckily, it’s easy to kill Japanese beetles with the proper treatment, or draw them away from plants. If you’re looking for an all-natural insecticide that works on Japanese beetles, try our Pyola Insect Spray. If you want a chemical-free solution, consider setting traps for Japanese beetles, or try our BugVibes mechanism – it actually shakes beetles off of plants.