Q: Are there any good ways to control grubs in the lawn without using chemicals? I don’t want to put down anything that’s going to hurt dogs, cats and birds. A: Grubs are the larval form of ...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Now is the time of year, you’re likely to notice problem insects and plant diseases in your garden. With warmer than average temps, the threat of drought, notwithstanding ...

Japanese beetles aren’t exactly newcomers. These invasive beetles were first found in the U.S. in the early 20th century, likely arriving as grubs in the soil of iris plants imported from Japan.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Getty Images Japanese beetles aren’t exactly newcomers. These invasive beetles were first found in the U.S. in the early 20th ...

Q: Japanese beetles have been ravaging my yard. I heard Milky Spore can be a natural way to treat them. Is that right? A: Japanese beetle grubs feed underground on plant roots, and the adults feed on ...

What the heck is milky spore? Stephen in Ellicott City writes: “When is the best time to apply milky spore to control Japanese beetle grubs in the lawn? How should it be applied, and how often should ...

Q: When turning my compost pile, I uncovered a number of big, fat grubs. They were about the size of my thumb! Are they harmful? A: These are most likely the larvae of fig beetles (Cotinis mutabilis).

Q: I had a bad grub infestation in my lawn this year even though I used Milky Spore twice in the last 15 years. I've since learned that this disease doesn't work against all types of grubs, such as ...

What is less lovely than a summer blossom? The sight of a Japanese beetle on that blossom, shiny as an oil slick. “We’re hearing quite a few reports about the beetles this year,” according to Sharon ...

A transformation is taking place across North America. White, wriggly grubs about the size of a human thumb are walling themselves off inside rotting logs. Over the next few weeks, these larvae will ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Coconut rhinoceros beetle grubs have been found at a home in Waikoloa Village, marking the first discovery of the invasive pest on Hawaii Island. The state said a resident ...