The snails in the garden are a real nuisance at this time of year. May and June is a key period in the life of mollusks, which promotes their mass appearance and activity. Plants begin to grow, and their leaves are soft and easily accessible, so on the plots they feel like in a canteen, where they can change in delicacies.
They often attack not only lettuce, cabbage, strawberries or young cucumbers, but also freshly planted flowers. So that they do not destroy crops, you need to look for methods to get rid of them. Try these natural homemade snails so that pests give you peace for good.
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Egg shells are one of the best homemade ways for snails. Perhaps you have already heard how you can use them to fight pests in the garden. This cheap ecological method is extremely easy to use.
All you have to do is crumble and scatter them around the plants. Shap repelling with egg shells works because their edges are sharp, thanks to which molluscs do not want to exceed the created barrier. This also has another advantage as These remains gradually break down, enriching the soil in the garden with calcium.
Instead of egg shells You can also use … basalt flour to fight snails. This is a finely ground volcanic rock, which scattered in the garden, also creates an unpleasant dry and sharp surface for moving pestswhich is why they are reluctant to look into the garden.
Basalt meal also provides microelements soil and improves its properties. Spreading her on flower beds has only advantages, so your plants will definitely be grateful to you if you use it.
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Not only egg shells and basalt flour help solve the problem with snails in the garden. To get rid of them, You can also reach for coffee grounds, wood ash or sawdust. Sand or gravel can also be useful.
