I ran across this on DG thought I put the word out.
http://plantlilies.com/growlilies/101-beetlecard.html
It is moving out from the east coast and really causes damage to your lilies. Check the lily forum for more information and chat on this pest.
Oh Yuck, LadyG, I order some OT Hybrid Lilies from a DG Co-op just this year.
I have yet seen those destructive beetles, but I'm on the look out for them. Thanks for sharing the info.
Thought I should put a link to the Beetle topic from the lily forum to make it easy for us to locate it. Holly, just inspect the bulbs before you plant, maybe a dip in insecticidle soap before you plant would be a good idea. I just planted some African Queens on Saturday before I found out about this bad bug.
http://davesgarden.com/community/forums/t/601962/
This is really gross.....
While they feed, these larvae pile their own excrement on their backs and thus display a rather repulsive image.
Jen, thank you for such educational link you've provided!
