This Lily Beetle (Lilioceris lilii) may look striking, but it’s a real menace for lilies and fritillaries. These little pests chew through leaves, buds and flowers, often leaving plants ragged and stunted. Keep an eye out for the adults right now, bright red with black legs and check the undersides of leaves for their sticky, larvae. Hand-pick them off early, before they lay eggs. And remember, they hide, drop and play dead when disturbed, so place your hand or a container underneath before you