Slugs and snail control - Ask Extension
How do I rid my Garden of slugs and snails
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Slugs and snail control #614943
Asked February 27, 2020, 8:53 PM EST
How do I rid my Garden of slugs and snails
Cook County Illinois
Expert Response
Snails and slugs are closely related and thrive in similar conditions. They like damp areas with lots of dead or decaying debris, such as leaves and other decaying matter. The best way to reduce snails and slugs is to remove as much of this decaying debris as possible, and thin out plants so that ample air and sunlight can reach the ground.
There are several methods to help reduce numbers of snails and slugs, though not all are effective, and some may harm plants or animals (such as dogs or other pets).
Here are some options to help you better understand snails and slugs. You haven't indicated what kind of garden you have, so here are some basic resources:
http://hyg.ipm.illinois.edu/pastpest/199809g.html
http://extension.cropsciences.illinois.edu/turf/insects/slugs/
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/bugreview/slugs.cfm
There are several methods to help reduce numbers of snails and slugs, though not all are effective, and some may harm plants or animals (such as dogs or other pets).
Here are some options to help you better understand snails and slugs. You haven't indicated what kind of garden you have, so here are some basic resources:
http://hyg.ipm.illinois.edu/pastpest/199809g.html
http://extension.cropsciences.illinois.edu/turf/insects/slugs/
https://web.extension.illinois.edu/bugreview/slugs.cfm
