The Japanese beetle is a small beetle, just greater than ½ an inch long, which have come to the US from Japan. They are destructive to grape vines, rose bushes, and many other plants. These beetles are not dangerous to your family or your lawn, but can ruin gardens in a matter of weeks if not controlled. The best way to control this pest is the use of beetle traps. Japanese Beetles are weak fliers and thus often fall when flying, especially when they make contact with an object. These beetle traps emit a scent that attracts the Japanese Beetles and once these beetles make contact with the trap, they fall into a pit and cannot escape. Pesticides to control the growth of Japanese beetles can also be used but many people prefer to have organic gardens and thus steer clear of the use of chemicals to exterminate pests.Japanese Beetles

A pesticide or beetle traps to control the infestation of Japanese Beetles can be found at your local home improvement or hardware store and are fairly inexpensive. Since Japanese beetles came to the US over 200 years ago, they have caused havoc for gardeners and homeowners across the United States. If you think that your lawn may be at risk, it is suggested that you act quickly to remove these beetles before they grow to become a major problem. If you grow fruits and vegetables or other plants meant to be eaten, I strongly suggest that you do not use chemicals and pesticides in your lawn as they can be dangerous and harmful to you and your family. However, if your garden is composed of plants that are not edible, than pesticides many be a good way to eliminate these beetles. You can determine which extermination method to use depending on your needs.