Slug and snail trap

ceridwen
ceridwen Posts: 11,547 Forumite
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Can anyone recall what else one can put in a slug/snail trap besides beer please?

I have an idea that its possible to make up a sugar mix to use instead - but cant remember the details?

I've obviously got some snails on the rampage still....:(

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  • A little yeast, warm water and sugar in a warm place and when it starts fermenting that should do the job. :beer:
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  • Lotus-eater
    Lotus-eater Posts: 10,789 Forumite
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    Milk, half half with water can work as well apparently.
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  • Emuchops
    Emuchops Posts: 799 Forumite
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    On a recent episode of Gardeners Question Time they said watered down milk or sour milk or watered down yoghurt. They also said to sprinkle some porridge oats on top. I stick to beer dregs as if I do the milk/porridge thing my dogs eat it...
  • Lotus-eater
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    Weetabix they love as well, any bran type stuff, but you have to be there to despatch them. A visit once or twice late at night should do it. You do need to be aware this can bring in vermin, so place it in a rat proof something.
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