Avoid growing these 5 plants that attract Japanese beetles, warn pest control experts – they're magnets for these shiny, destructive critters

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Japanese beetles are one of those pests you might not notice, but you'll certainly spot the destruction they leave behind. Measuring just half an inch long, these shiny little beetles have metallic green bodies and feed on foliage and petals. Not only this, but their larvae feed on plant roots. Finding an effective way to keep them out of your yard is therefore key to protecting your planting.

Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get rid of and kill Japanese beetles if you do find them in your yard. But, taking precautionary measures is often the most effective way to stop their damage. This includes avoiding the plants that attract Japanese beetles, making your yard less attractive to them.