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The Hollyberry Lady · 09-04-2009, 08:56 AM

Snails, Caterpillars and Slugs:

I am told that putting a circle of crushed eggshells around the base of the plants will deter them because they don't like to crawl over the rough shells. Also adds a bit of slow-release calcium to the garden.

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09-04-2009, 08:56 AM	#2 (permalink)
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