We have all been aware of the June beetle since childhood. This is an insect of green color, which has a rather powerful shell, tenacious paws and emits a loud buzz when flying. Many of us do not even realize that these cute and bright-looking bugs are real pests, ready at any moment to enjoy the leaves of flowers that every gardener carefully grows in his garden.
The June beetle is so named because it begins its activities in the corresponding summer month. Then, closer to mid-summer, it disappears. It would seem that his life is short, but during this time he manages to inflict very noticeable damage to the garden. It is no coincidence that he is considered one of the main pests of the garden plot: all his harmful activity is directed to flowers. In mid-summer, plants need special care. Sunlight and heat reach their peak, and sometimes watering alone is not enough to make the flower feel comfortable. Especially when the June beetle eats its young leaves - an insect that is merciless to plants in their difficult period. Therefore, it is recommended that you make every effort to get rid of it. Indeed, otherwise you risk being left without your favorite dahlias, chrysanthemums or, for example, lilacs.
However, not only the June beetle itself can spoil the life of your garden. His cubs, while still on steel larvae, also take part in this. Only if adult individuals turn their attention to the petals and leaves, then their offspring - to the root system. When you fertilize the earth, loosen it and water it, you create a favorable environment not only for the plants themselves, but also for the pests. The larvae of the June beetle are located on the upper part of the root system and stick to its surface. Useful substances rise from the bottom of the roots and are intercepted by these pests. The appearance of these larvae, which the June beetle leaves as progeny, is rather unpleasant. They are white and thick curved creatures, remotely resembling caterpillars. Of course, when there are few of them, then they will not be able to cause significant harm to plants. Sometimes their activities generally go unnoticed. But if you have a large colony in your area, then the fight
you must start with it immediately.
Probably many gardeners know what the June bug looks like. A photo of this insect once again emphasizes the power of their shell. Despite the fact that biologists divide these beetles into several species, they all have approximately the same appearance. Their diet is also similar. The difference is only in reproduction. Some larvae are very harmful to plants, and they reproduce in the root system of flowers or ornamental shrubs, while others feel great in rotten wood. Therefore, the last cubs will not harm your flowers. But in any case, the June bugs are the real pests, and they should be disposed of using special means.
