then you're not alone. The pests were feasting on the plants that grow beneath our The presence of beetles on a plant attracts more beetles. Discussion in 'Plant Pests, Diseases and Weeds' started by NorthernLady, Jun 26, 2012. Need help? As Japanese beetles are spreading throughout Iowa and populations are increasing, more and more gardeners are dealing with these very hungry garden pests. Removing beetles by hand may provide adequate protection for plantings, especially when beetle numbers are low. Japanese beetle traps disperse specific pheromones attractive to the beetles. Late autumn hostas are already dropping leaves, so the only thing that can damage the insect is the rhizome. The fragrance of the plant is one of the reasons why a deer finds it attractive and easy to detect. Last week, Japanese beetles swooped into the front yard and Joined: Jun 25, 2012 Messages: 32 Likes Received: 0 Location: Minnesota. Because of this, the animal will no longer burrow underneath. These plants are also popular planted under trees, in containers and in areas where there is not exposure to full sun. Can beetles damage hosta in the late fall? Japanese beetle adults feed on a wide variety of plants. What Animals Eat Hostas: Watch Out for These Pests in the Garden, Tent Caterpillar Control: How to Identify, Prevent and Get Rid of Tent Caterpillars, European Corn Borer Control: How to Identify, Prevent and Get Rid of European Corn Borers, Blossom End Rot Control: How to Identify and Get Rid of Blossom End Rots. There are 2 types of beetles that can munch on your plants. If you have home and garden ideas, feel free to write for us. Now that you are done reading, we hope that you already know what animals eat hostas. In terms of control, on the other hand, it is better to deal with the problem in a natural manner instead of opting to use toxic chemicals. If you live in an area with a lot of deer, one of the best solutions to consider is to construct a high-security fence to keep the pest out of your property. If you are interested to know, keep on reading and we’ll let you know some of the creatures that you should keep an eye on. Hand-pick adults of both kinds of beetles in early summer as soon as they appear, and drop them into a container of soapy water, which kills them. Japanese beetles are known to eat plants that are used to repel pest from gardens, such as marigolds. Hosta is a perennial plant that is sure to be an excellent addition to the garden. Homemade Bug Killer for Hostas. Unfortunately, beetle traps & lures create more of a beetle problem in your yard, not less! Beetle traps use a scented bag or liquid to lure beetles into a confined space to trap them. order to escape the three canines that are hot on their trail. They eat the portion of the leaves in between the veins, leaving a skeleton of a leaf behind. 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