Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Ideal Home
Ideal Home
Lauren Bradbury

How to get rid of slugs – 12 natural ways to keep these slimy invaders out of your garden for good

Jar filled with coffee grounds.

Slimy trails all over your lawn? Irregularly shaped holes in leaves? We hate to tell you this… but you probably have slugs. Don’t worry, though. We’ve got all the info you need to know on how to get rid of slugs.

Yes, when you put a huge amount of time and effort (and, let’s be honest, money) into bringing your garden idea to life, the last thing you want is for a slimy invader to ruin it. And while there are some slugs that can protect plants, a large portion of them will chomp on your lettuce, chow down on your delphiniums, and leave your garden looking a little worse for wear.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.