I haven't followed this thread but it seems to have evolved into a
discussion of how to dissuade slugs. I do battle with the little devils
every year from the time the hostas come up in Spring, to the dying days
of fall. Slugs understand only one thing: pain and death, well ok, two
things. Unleash the hounds: eggshells or anything similar - imagine
walking on broken glass - I've heard coffee grounds work the same). salt
(but sparingly, because it builds up in soil, beer in dishes is a waste
of time. It works, but must be attended to daily. Corry's makes a good
barrier product which is supposed to be safe. I think it originated in
england but I'm not sure. Copper strips work, but the slugs will go
under it if it is out of contact with the ground. Hand picking and
salting are quite satisfying.
Napalm is a final option.
Simon
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Subject: Re: Always behind-garden slugs
I've heard the snails won't cross broken egg shells. I've tried it and
it seems
to work.
Frank
KC wrote:
> ...I am wondering if a
> path of baking soda around the garden would also act as a natural
barrier.
> If I were a slug, I think I wouldn't like crossing it.
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