What can I put on roses that are being eaten by beetles?

Answer by  flowerlady (241)

Dust the roses with sevin dust for immediate protection from the beetles. Then, for long term protection, apply some systemic insecticide made especially for roses.

Answer by  BrendaG (6111)

You can purchase beetle traps to help eliminate the problem. When the traps begin to fill or you notice beetle population emerging in late spring/early summer, you can buy an insecticide and apply. EcoPCO WPX is recommended and is safe fo your roses. Hand pick beetles and put into soapy water is an option, as is using insecticidal soap.

Answer by  mammakat (11147)

You can check with your garden center for preventatives, I was lucky I don't have this problem, as I don't like to use chemicals. If you have beetles, and don't like chemicals, you can spray judiciously with a homemade spray with garlic and hot pepper, or wash your plant with a mild soap and water.

Answer by  cody (1331)

if beetles are eating your roses i would put a pesticide on them. don't put a toxic one on tho