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Discover 5 Kitchen Staples That Keep Slugs Out of Your Home
Discover 5 Kitchen Staples That Keep Slugs Out of Your Home

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Discover 5 Kitchen Staples That Keep Slugs Out of Your Home


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Slugs can become a nuisance in and around your home, but several common household items can help deter them effectively. Here are five ingredients to consider:​

  1. Salt:
    • Sprinkling salt near entry points can dehydrate and deter slugs. ​The Sun
  2. Eggshells:
    • Crushed eggshells create a rough barrier that slugs avoid, and they also enrich the soil. ​The Sun
  3. Coffee Grounds:
    • Slugs dislike the smell and texture of coffee grounds; scattering them can help keep them away. ​The Sun
  4. Sand:
  5. Copper Tape:
    • Applying copper tape around plant pots or entryways gives slugs a mild electric shock upon contact, effectively repelling them. ​Ideal Home+2The Sun+2The Sun+2

Incorporating these natural deterrents can help you manage and prevent slug invasions without resorting to harmful chemicals.

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