Garden Chafers in North America – Identification, occurrence and control

Garden chafer are only found in certain regions of the US

Garden chafers (Phyllopertha horticola) are invasive pests that can cause significant damage in North American gardens and green spaces. Known for their destructive larval stage, they primarily target lawns and ornamental plants. Though they are relatively small beetles, their larvae feed extensively on grass roots, leading to yellow patches and dead zones in lawns. In … Read more