Natural kitchen hack to rid your garden of pesky snails

The sight of snails in the garden does not please anyone. Not only do they leave a slimy trail behind, but they also eat plants, vegetables, and fruits. Fighting them is not easy, but it is possible. All you need is one kitchen product.

The diet of snails is surprisingly varied. Fresh, juicy lettuce leaves and decaying plant remains are on their menu. Some species of snails are true gourmets and enjoy strawberries, raspberries, and even mushrooms. Young plant shoots, delicate flowers, and ripening fruits are real delicacies for them.

Although snails are unassuming in size, if their population gets too large, the damage to the garden can be enormous. So, how do you effectively eliminate them without harming the plants?

You can find many specialized products in stores to fight snails, but they are ineffective and can affect your crops. That's why it's good to opt for a natural solution. You can find the necessary product in the kitchen, specifically in the refrigerator.

You need milk, water, and a glass jar to prepare a snail trap. Prepare a mixture of milk and water, pour it into the jar or another container, and bury it in the garden in the evening. After a few hours, preferably in the morning, you will see that the trap has lured snails, which, enticed by the smell of milk, fell inside.

Remember, the trap works best at night when snails are most active. Once the pests are in the container, simply take it away from the garden and dispose of its contents. If you have a problem with many snails, use a larger container.

Another tried-and-true method is beer traps. Pour the beverage into a milk carton or a bag and leave it in the garden. Then, place the trap where you notice the most snails, e.g., among flowers or vegetables. In the morning, remove the trap from the garden and dispose of its contents.

Slugs are the most troublesome snails in the garden. They destroy plants by nibbling on leaves, flowers, shoots, and stems. A trap prepared with a yeast and water solution is also an effective method of fighting them.

Additionally, it is worth taking advantage of the natural properties of plants that repel snails. Planting marjoram, sage, chamomile, or savoury will prevent pests from escaping the garden due to their unpleasant smell.