Japanese beetles aren’t exactly newcomers. These invasive beetles were first found in the U.S. in the early 20th century, likely arriving as grubs in the soil of iris plants imported from Japan.

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Are Japanese beetles terrorizing your beloved flowers and plants? For some advice on how to battle the iridescent-looking insects, I reached out to Boulevard Flower Gardens in Chesterfield. Casey ...

Some uninvited guests might be living rent-free in your garden. Japanese beetle season is in full swing, as the pests emerge from underground in the summer months. The critters feed on a wide variety ...

Japanese Beetles have been sighted throughout Fairfield County. They might be a little late compared to recent years, but they still know how to chew up your (and their) favorite plants. Regularly ...

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Customs and Border Protection agents seized over three dozen live beetles being smuggled inside Japanese snacks at Los Angeles International Airport, authorities said Wednesday. CBP agriculture ...

Have you noticed leaves stripped bare of greenery in your garden or around the lawn? There’s a good chance the culprit is a Japanese beetle … or a whole host of them. The invasive insect is at or ...

Japanese beetles, active from mid-May to early August, damage plants like roses, hibiscus and Japanese maples by leaving a lace-like pattern on foliage. Are Japanese beetles terrorizing your beloved ...