Brace Yourself, New York! These Are Back Again

The summer is here and if you need proof, just look at any garden in New York State. There is a pest that has returned.

After a quick walk around the yard this week, I noticed a Japanese beetle in our snap pea plants!

Is there a solution to the growing problem with Japanese beetles eating everything in backyards in New York State?

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The heat and humidity seem to be coming back to New York State this weekend and as we get ready to celebrate our Independence, many are seeking freedom from bugs ripping through their plants and flowers.

According to some experts, there are ways to keep them from getting too crazy on your property. In fact, there are some plants that will help keep them away.

"Some plants, like garlic, scallions, marigolds and catnip, tend to repel Japanese beetles. Try interplanting these repellents among other plants in your garden to help keep beetle numbers lower".

How Many Japanese Beetles In New York State?

While not might be impossible to say for certain how many of these beetles are in the state, they seem to be everywhere and they will be giving us trouble for the rest of summer. Cornell University Cooperative Extension mentions that:

"The adult beetles lay eggs during July and August. In about twelve days the eggs hatch into small grayish-white grubs which begin feeding immediately on the grass roots until November".

Be ready for the invasion and try to find some ways to help keep them from destroying your hard work. It's amazing how fast they can devour a plant.