Coffee grounds can help deter slugs thanks to their gritty texture, but the low caffeine content in used grounds means they aren’t reliably toxic. Experts caution that overusing coffee grounds can ...

THE warm and wet weather is the perfect conditions for slugs with the persistent pest chomping away at gardeners precious plants. Fruit and veg are all targets for slugs who emerge at night to eat ...

OUR flip flop summer - with sun one minute and downpours the next - can make it hard to know what to expect. And the conditions also make it a nightmare in other respects - it's perfect for garden ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

If you're looking for slug repellent plants then you've come to the right place. Here we round up the best plants – flowers, crops and shrubs – that will not fall prey to these slippery garden ...

For gardeners and plant lovers, it's almost inevitable that a terracotta pot will slip from your grasp and crack open on the ground. It's often not worth attempting to piece the pot back together, but ...

Despite being slow and slimy, slugs and snails have an incredible appetite and need to constantly consume in order to survive. This means that your garden is a veritable smorgasbord of plants, leaves ...

Slugs and snails love to lurk beneath damp foliage, causing havoc as they feast on precious garden greens. Before you even realise there's a problem, these sneaky garden dwellers can cause serious ...

Slugs and snails are a common nuisance for gardeners, particularly in the spring when they feast on young plant growth. These pests are most active at night, especially in warm, damp conditions.

WHILE they may not be the fastest moving creatures, slugs can quickly ruin your flowerbeds. One woman revealed the plant that can help protect your garden from the pests. You'll now receive top ...