Environmentally Way Of Getting Rid Of Japanese Beetles

To avoid the problems of Japanese beetles, it is important to clear out any dead or decaying plants from the area. The beetles thrive on these, so having any around will attract them. Once they have finished with the dead matter, they will move on to the living matter, causing many problems.

The most environmentally friendly method of getting rid of Japanese beetles are to simply gather them up and dispose of them. Although more time consuming, it may be all that is necessary and avoids the possible hazards of insecticides on your plants. Insecticides can also kill other creatures in the garden, such as earthworms, that can be helpful to plant growth and the fertility of the land. There are also links to garlic and a reduced number of Japanese beetles, so spreading some in the area may also keep the beetles away but do minimal damage to both the plants and other animals in the area.