Anthony Ford ©   Jan 2007

Introduction

This guide describes techniques used to control one of the most common and hated pest in the garden. This tiny pest can decimate young flowers and crops in an evening. Often striking when the plants and the gardener, who has spent months planning and nurturing their tiny seedlings, are at their most vulnerable. Later the callous beasts return to ravage the flowers and crops of adult plants, just when they are at the point of delivering.

More and more, people are becoming aware of their environment and the need to adopt natural and sustainable practices. Commercial growers have been early adopters of many organic techniques that are spreading into our homes. So, what if you’re plagued by slugs and want to try a different technique rather than reaching for the poisonous bait ?

This short guide discusses some of the options.