If slugs are wreaking havoc in your garden, there’s a simple trick that could send them packing – and it involves nothing more than a specific fruit that you must use
If your garden is under siege by slugs, there’s a deceptively simple solution to rid your green space of the menace – and all it takes is fruit. Embrace this eco-friendly and potent technique that’s ideal for UK gardens in a slug crisis.
Guardian gardening expert Alys Fowler suggests wielding empty grapefruit halves as an efficient slug snare. “I find empty grapefruit halves are good for catching slugs. Leave them on the ground, rind-side up, for a day or two. “Once they have filled up, you can dispose of the slugs and chuck the rind in the bin,” she advises.
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It’s a genius solution; your plants stay intact while these peckish pests get lured into a citrus trap you can easily clear out.
Here’s the drill: post grapefruit feast, just park the hollowed-out half in your garden, sliced edge on the soil. Attracted by the aroma and cosiness, slugs will take shelter there overnight.
Come dawn, you’ll discover a huddle of them holed up, ready for eviction, reports the Express. The brilliance of this trick lies in its simplicity and sustainability.
Shun the harsh pesticides and pricey repellents in favour of transforming kitchen leftovers into plant guardians.
It’s harmless to furry friends and beneficial bugs alike, and even plays nice with your compost routine. Go easy on the citrus contributions, but occasional grapefruit shells mixed with varied compostables are golden.
Whether you’re cultivating herbs, vegetables, or ornamentals, this trick is a must-try for any eco-conscious gardener.
So next time you enjoy a grapefruit, don’t bin the rind – transform it into a slug trap and reclaim your garden, naturally.
