lilley beetles

[tooj]

Last year I grew quite a few lillies for the first time and they were covered with the red beetles. The more I sqashed the more there were. Now my wife has bought some more for this year. Can I get rid of these pests without splashing out for special sprays? any suggestions greatly appreciated.

[ladybirder]

They are horrible little blighters, and their grubs. Here's a link telling you the best way to get rid.
http://www.gardenforu...watch/lily-beetle.htm

[tooj]

Thanks Ladybirder I think I'll have to buy something, I don't fancy getting into the garden by 7.30 in the morning just to catch those varmints.

[boxtops]

We call them poo beetles, they are so clever disguising themselves to look like droppings...

[ladybirder]

It is a bit disgusting I must admit, especially picking the horrible looking grubs off. I gave up on the lilies in the end because I couldn't cope with the beetles.

[woofgang]

me too.