If your yard has random brown patches, or leaves on your trees look like something attacked them with a scissors, chances are you can blame Japanese beetles.
In the past five years, this invasive pest has rampaged into North Barrington, SE Wisconsin and northern IL. Japanese beetles devour on more than 300 plants. Rose bushes and grape vines are among their top targets.
Japanese beetles are about a half-inch in length. Their metallic-green bodies are partly covered by bronze-colored wings. They attack feast on trees and plants with abandon, leaving “skeletonized” leaves that resemble sewing lace. The bugs eat only the material between the veins.
Japanese beetles are the most far-flung turf-grass pest in the U.S. - including North Barrington. Adults dig into grass to lay eggs. The hatched grubs in the lawn destroy the roots of grasses and other plants. Brown tracks or large spots result.
If these situations sound familiar, you just want to know how to get rid of Japanese beetles. Grub control application can be used on the larvae. Spraying is the only means of adult Japanese beetle control for your North Barrington home.
Ready to take on the Japanese beatles before they devour your trees and foliage? Schedule an appointment to virtually rid your yard of Japanese beetles. Better yet, save money with our Japanese beetle protection package.
Don’t wait and wonder what Japanese beetles are. Take action at the first sign of their presence. They won’t wait around for you, trust us.