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Natural slug control using nematode worms, a natural, non-toxic product that is safe for both users and wildlife.
Slugs will eat about twice their own body weight each day. An average slug weighing 0.1oz will consume a staggering 1.75lbs of plant material in a season!

Slug damage can be recognised by the irregular holes with smooth edges they make on leaves and nearby will be evidence of their slime trails. They are particularly fond of succulent seedlings, which when left unprotected, can be totally destroyed in a single night. They will attack the leafy parts of salads, fruits, vegetables and ornamentals often boring holes into crops such as potato and strawberry.

Many slugs live underground and this is where we target the biological control using nematodes.
Just Slug Killer contains microscopic worms (nematode species Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita).
These tiny microscopic worms seek out slugs an kill them. This happens when the slugs are underground. They enter the slugs body through a hole behind their heads. Once inside they release a bacteria which stops the slug eating. The nematodes then start to reproduce inside the slug. The nematodes continue to reproduce as the body breaks down. This new population enters the soil and searches out new slugs to attack.
The nematodes stay active for 6 weeks so a single dose protects plants when they are emerging in the spring and are most vulnerable.

Nematodes can be used from March to October when the soil has warmed up (to above 5°C). On heavy, waterlogged clay soil, the nematodes can find it difficult to move, so can be less effective in these conditions.
Application
The nematodes are watered into the soil and enter the slugs releasing a bacteria, which stops them feeding and kills them within 3-7days.

Safe to use, harmless to children, pets, birds and wildlife and will control all common species of slugs up to 8cm (3 in) in length.
Continues to work in wet weather and is active from 5ºC.

Provides control for up to six weeks; for continued protection re-apply after this time.

These nematodes will kill snails if they come into contact with them but this is more difficult as snails feed on the surface.

Nematodes should not be applied in bright sunlight, apply during dull conditions or during the evening.

Product should not be applied close to ponds, or water snail populations can be affected.

Dimensions/Weight:

40sq. metre pack, starting spring time