Slugs are the bane of my life in the garden. Eating hostas, chewing on fern leaves and feasting on my pole beans. They are persistent pests.
And when the weather is wet they would cheer if they could, as it’s the perfect time for them to slither along more slippery surfaces to discover food sources. Slugs can quickly get to work munching through a mountain of leaves, leaving a trail of destruction in their path while making you feel depleted as your hard work planting a flower border or vegetable patch is destroyed. There are many ways to deter slugs and snails from your yard , including being clever with what you plant.
When combined with other slug control methods, planting slug-resistant plants can act on two levels — preventing slugs from attacking your plants and giving your yard added interest. Here, with the help of plant retailer Crocus , we take a look at 5 slug-resistant plants to protect your yard from being attacked. Choosing the best plants to repel slugs can be a minefield when you’re surrounded by a myriad of options at a plant nursery.
However, time spent researching what plant characteristics deter pests will be well spent. Crocus says, “It’s best to choose plants that are naturally resistant to slugs due to their tough, hairy or aromatic foliage, which slugs find difficult to navigate or unappetizing.” The right plants can create a natural barrier to prevent slugs eating their way through your yard without resorting to harsher methods that could .
