Lilly beetles

I don’t know if that was addressed to me, but I’m well aware of the damage they can do, the little gits

 

I read on the Hart's Nursery site (they got Gold at Chelsea today, so I looked them up) about something to 'dissuade' lily beetles. It didn't say what it contained. Anybody tried such things? Or do you just use squishing and some systemics?

 

I have 40 or 50 groups of lilies growing here and, touch wood, all are clean and clear of lily beetles and their dreaded larvae. I used a single systemic insecticide a few weeks back but if there is an effective “dissuasion” of them I would be interested. Trouble is though they will still be present and need to munch on something

 

Anyone know?

 

Hi Freddy. No my comment wasn't directed at you. My practice when posting is to generalise and pass on any or what info/knowledge that I have. If intended for an individual, I will usually start with. Tom. Jane etc.

Verdun your display must be great. This in turn brings me to the point.

Are Lily beetles in some way, subjected to zones. I admit I haven't made a study of this but in the past, I have read that certain areas of the UK can be blighted whereas others, folk have never seen the Scarlet invader.

 

My garden is their picnic haven!!

 

I sent mine your way Upsy.....paid their tickets one way! Sorry, but wot else could I do?

 

Glad to be of help @Verdun ...that's what friends are for ! Enjoy your Lillies

Would you like some Ground Elder?

 

Cheeky!!!:rasp: