Garden Idea

Garden pests like the Japanese Beetle can wreak havoc in your garden.  This is the prime time of year to make their appearance and they have voracious appetites--eating beautiful plants and leaving little in their wake. 

Instead of using sprays which may kill beneficial insects, bring out a bucket of soapy (dish soap) water and knock the beetle into the pail. 

Here is a valuable article from the University of Minnesota Extension site that deals with Japanese Beetles.  It will give you a number of options for control:  http://www1.extension.umn.edu/garden/insects/find/japanese-beetles/