How Do You Remove Slugs From A Hosta?
The sight of tattered, hole-ridden leaves can ruin a beautiful hosta. Pesty slugs can damage a plant in a short period. Since slugs and hostas like the same conditions, getting rid of the invaders is a yearly battle. Follow a few tips and you’ll be able to keep your hostas healthy. Choose hostas that are hardy. There are varieties that are labeled “slug resistant” or “slug proof.” These hostas have thick, waxy leaves that are difficult for slugs to chew through. Place a copper ring around the hosta in the spring. The copper “shocks” the slug and prevents it from accessing the hosta. However, keep in mind that hostas grow so large the leaves often touch the ground. A copper ring alone will not provide enough protection. Sprinkle diatomaceous earth around the hosta. Do not use the kind that comes with pool supplies. Choose a product that is sold in a nursery or with garden supplies. Re-apply the diatomaceous earth after each rain. Put half of an orange peel up-side-down near the hosta. C
