Do lilac trees and/or rose bushes attract bugs?
Question:We were thinking about planting a couple of lilac trees and a few rose bushes next to our pool area. However, we are wondering whether they may attract unwanted insects (bees, mosquitos, etc.). Any opinions on this?
Answers:
All flowering trees, bushes and shrubs will attract bees. They are only there to collect the pollen though. They will not bother you if you leave them alone. Rose bushes do attract aphids (these tiny lime green colored pests) they gather on the bushes and cause damage.you can control them though with lady bugs that feed on aphids. Don't let the small stuff "bug" you and deter you from enjoying the beautiful fragrance and colors of these gorgeous flowers. Definitely put them around the yard.
I know our rose bushes attract butterflies and lady bugs, but as far as bees, etc. not really.
My lilacs have never had a bug problem. Roses however attract many insects, the worst for me is aphids. But they also attract certain types of beetles.
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