News Tag: Japanese Beetles

February 26, 2021 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

Spring, the most important bug season

Just as spring signifies new beginnings for us, it means rejuvenation in the insect world as well. A key part of the life cycle for most insects happens in spring, and this season can set the stage for their activity the rest of the year.

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December 20, 2019 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

What do insects do in winter?

Today is the Winter Solstice: The shortest day of the year, and the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. So what kind of winter are we in for? And what does that mean for bugs?

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July 8, 2019 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

When it comes to Japanese Beetle Traps, something's a myth

Do traps lure Japanese beetles from miles around? Do they make the problem worse? We tackle some common myths about Japanese Beetle Traps and discuss using them properly to keep beetles from destroying your ornamental plants.

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July 2, 2019 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

What do Japanese Beetles do to your yard?

In the Eastern and Upper Midwest regions of North America, July gives way to beetle mania... Japanese beetle mania, that is. These green and copper metallic menaces ravage your landscaping, causing costly and unsightly damage.

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June 21, 2019 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

Five insects that will bug you this summer

It's the first official day of Summer! Here are five insects that will prove to be the biggest problem pests during these warm months.

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December 21, 2017 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

Live and let diapause

Today is the Winter Solstice – the shortest day of the year, and the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. We often get asked what insects do in winter. Does a harsh winter and heavy snowfall result in fewer bugs?

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July 13, 2017 | Seasonal Bug Bulletin

When NOT to use a Japanese Beetle Trap

'Tis the season in which Japanese Beetles enjoy a smorgasbord of free eating in gardens throughout the Northeast and Midwest. These garden pests also putting down roots further westward, in places like Colorado. Feeding on turfgrasse

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