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Slugs & Snails
Posted: Mon Feb 08, 2010 7:57 pm
by Linda Mary
I've been using WD40 around my pots and raised beds and i really does seem to keep out the slugs and snails. Does anyone else use this and is it hamful in any way ?
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Tue Feb 09, 2010 6:06 am
by alan refail
Hi LM
Have a look at this old thread
viewtopic.php?f=9&t=5676
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Tue Feb 09, 2010 5:30 pm
by glallotments
Linda Mary - vaseline has the same effect and copper tape is good too
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 3:39 pm
by DebbieP
Wow, WD40?? I didn't know that worked, though can't imagine it could really be that good for the slugs and snails... I use a deterrent made from granite shards, it really works and is good for the environment as it's recycled and wildlife friendly. Plus, it doesn't smell as bad as WD40!
I scouted around before trying it and it seems to me to be the best and cheapest method. I get mine here:
http://www.primrose-london.co.uk/natura ... -8800.htmlGood luck!
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Wed Feb 24, 2010 4:33 pm
by alan refail
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Another tried and tested method
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Thu Feb 25, 2010 2:52 am
by Johnboy
You BEEEEEEAST!!!
JB.
Re: Slugs & Snails
Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2010 11:35 am
by Elaine
I'm afraid that's what happens to snails on our plot or in our garden. My husband gets the job because I can't bring myself to do it....I cannot bear the crunching noise...ugh!
Cheers.