My hymenocallis are starting to bloom, and the Japanese beetles have appeared too. The beetles are very fond of the flowers, and since most hymenocallis flowers are short-lived, they are usually damaged before they have had their days in the sun. I go out several times a day and squash the beetles that are on the flowers, but this seems relatively futile. I also have a trap stationed at a distance from the flowers, and it is doing its job. But does anyone have any suggestions for more effective control of these loathsome critters? A few years ago, we had a peak season of Japanese beetles, and I collected ten full bags from my traps. They haven't yet been as bad again, but I do not imagine that my feeble efforts made much of a dent in the population, in the long run. I need those Mormon seagulls to come and help! I look forward to your advice, Dell Dell Sherk, SE Pennsylvania, Zone 6/7