SLUGS "We chose Nemaslug® because we have children and didn't want to use slug pellets. We were amazed at how fast it worked and how thorough it was." Mr T. from Lancs. Treat with Nemaslug® when the soil temp is 5°C/40°F - i.e. apply between March & October. Slugs are one of the most common pests in the garden attacking the soft foliage of herbaceous, bedding and vegetable plants as well as the roots of the plants in some cases. They can also be a problem under glass and in cold frames at the start of the season, with young seedlings being particularly vulnerable. Control slugs naturally by applying Nemaslug®. Nemaslug® contains naturally occurring nematodes which are effective at controlling slugs and unlike chemical controls, are safe for children, pets, birds and wildlife. Nemaslug® is supplied as a powder, which is mixed with water and watered onto the soil. It works at temperatures above 5°C/40°F and should be applied outdoors between March and October or use under glass all year round. Nemaslug® is the No.1 solution for slugs in the soil as it kills slugs both above and below ground. "As a result of using Nemaslug, I am now looking at a blemish-free veg patch of rocket and lettuce, broad and runner beans. I am so impressed, and have been singing its praises. Keep up the good work, and thanks again" Chris Baines Slugs feed on the foliage, flowers, stems and roots of the plants. They leave ragged holes in the leaves or in the case of younger plants these can be totally destroyed. Slugs have several characteristics in common - They are covered in a watery mucus - which leaves a "slime trail" and they require water for reproduction. Slugs are able to breed throughout the year, laying huge numbers of eggs (pictured right), except in periods of frost or drought but are most numerous and do the most damage in warm damp Springs and Autumns. Controlling slugs naturally by applying Nemaslug®. Slug pellets can have serious effects on birds, pets and wildlife and they are also only effective on slugs at the surface. Treating with Nemaslug® is specific to slugs and being chemical free it will NOT affect birds, pets or any wildlife and is effective BOTH above and below ground. Nemaslug® contains the naturally occurring parasitic nematode of slugs - Phasmarhabditis Hermaphrodita. Each pack of Nemaslug® contains millions of these microscopic nematodes that kill slugs both above & below ground. Once the nematodes have been applied to the soil, they search out slugs and will enter the slug through the mantle - the saddle like structure on its back. Once inside, the nematode releases a bacterium which it feeds on and as that bacterium multiplies, the slug dies. The nematodes multiply inside the slug and within 3-5 days the slug stops feeding and will burrow underground to die. As the slug decomposes in the soil, the nematodes are released back into the soil to search out more slug and the whole process starts again. Nemaslug® is harmless to children pets and wildlife. Nemaslug® is so green that birds & hedgehogs can happily eat slugs after application. Nemaslug® is easy to use - simply mix the harmless powder with water and apply to the soil using a watering can or with a hose-end feeder. Added bonus! Customers report fewer snails. Nemaslug® remains active for 6 weeks - even in prolonged wet weather - just when your plants need protection. Nemaslug® is a powder which is added to water & applied directly to the soil with either a watering can or by hose-end feeder. Nemaslug® works at soil temperatures above 5°C/40°F i.e. apply outdoors between March & October or use under glass all year round. Each application of Nemaslug® will control slugs for six weeks, so it can either be used continually i.e. apply every six weeks throughout the year (see our unique planned programmes below) or apply Nemaslug® around specific times of the year i.e. mid April for Herbaceous borders, from mid May for bedding plants and for vegetables any time after planting or as seedlings emerge. Nemaslug® is a living, perishable product. Once you receive it, it will keep for up to 2 weeks in the FRIDGE before you must apply it so only order as and when you need it. To save you from having to re-order why not take advantage of one of our planned programmes (see below) and let us remember when it is time to re-apply. Green Gardener Planned Programmes - For the best results apply Nemaslug® regularly every 6 weeks. Green Gardener Planned Programmes - For the best results apply Nemaslug® regularly every 6 weeks. As Nemaslug® is a perishable product, we have developed our unique planned programmes designed to make your life easier and keep your garden slug free throughout the growing season. We automatically top you up with with fresh packs of Nemaslug® every 6 weeks. Planned Programmes have been removed for this year but will be available again in 2009 To order a Green Gardener Planned Programme :- Choose either a standard pack (treats 40 sqm) or a large pack (treats 100 sqm). Decide how many weeks you want you garden to remain slug free. We offer a 3, 4, 5 & 6 Pack Planned Programme giving you upto 36 slug free weeks (Planned Programmes have been removed for this year but will be available again in 2009) But do not take our word for it - here's what Mrs Bagley thinks of our 6 week planned programme "Your planned programme is BRILLIANT. I work full time, have a house to run and a husband to organise. When you think for me and send Nemaslug® at the right time, I know I should be doing something - It's great!" "We have a small courtyard type garden, with a number of raised beds. Much of the garden is shaded and tends to be damp and slugs and snails thrive in this environment. We used Nemaslug for the first time, and I have been astonished at the results. Whereas we have been accustomed to perpetually seeing numerous slugs and snails - there is now not a single one to be seen. The large number of empty shells indicates that it is also very effective against snails, although you are cautious about this in your advertising. We will be recommending Nemaslug to our friends. Thank you very much indeed for a wonderfully effective product." Yours sincerely Chris Faulkner Gibson "Dear Jon, I am normally over-run with slugs. I used the Nematodes for the first time last year and have been amazed by the results. I have two dogs so I am unable to use slug pellets. I have just ordered again and will be continuing to do so!" Yours faithfully Jeanette Holland "I just have to let you know how wonderfully successful I have been with Nemaslug. Previously I have been overrun with slugs - I lost so many plants to them I resorted to slug pellets with reluctance because, I have hedgehogs in the garden and lots of birds. I have now used Nemaslug for two years, and I have seen just three slugs in the garden this year. I still have hedgehogs. I have also found that the snails have reduced quite a lot. I also use the copper tape around my pots and it is one hundred percent successful. Many thanks, and I will continue to use Nemaslug every year." Jill Galvin N/B Customers have reported that Nemaslug® also repels snails. N/B Customers have reported that Nemaslug® also repels snails. PRODUCTS AVAILABLE NAME DESCRIPTION PRICE ADD Nemaslug® Standard Pack (treats 40sq.m / 50sq.yds) £9.99 Large Pack (each pack treats 100sq.m/125 sq.yds.) - Equivalent to 2.5 standard packs - a saving of over £5.00 £19.99 Planned programme - Three applications sent at 6 week intervals to give you 18 slug free weeks - removed for 2008 - available again in 2009 Nemaslug® Programme x3 3 pack Standard Planned Programme (treats 40sq.m. / 50sq.yds) £29.97 3 Large Pack Planned Programme (treats 100sq.m. / 125sq.yds) £59.97 Planned programme - Four applications sent at 6 week intervals to give you 24 slug free weeks - removed for 2008 - available again in 2009 Nemaslug® Programme x4 4 Pack Standard Planned Programme (treats 40sq.m. / 50sq.yds) £39.96 4 Large Pack Planned Programme (treats 100sq.m. / 125sq.yds) £79.96 Planned programmes - Five applications sent at 6 week intervals to give you 30 slug free weeks - removed for 2008 - available again in 2009 Nemaslug® Programme x5 5 pack Standard Planned Programme (treats 40sq.m. / 50sq.yds) £49.95 5 Large Pack Planned Programme (treats 100sq.m. / 125sq.yds) £99.95 Planned Programmes - Six applications sent at 6 week intervals to give you 36 slug free weeks - removed for 2008 - available again in 2009 Nemaslug® Programme x6 6 Pack Standard Planned Programme (treats 40sq.m. / 50sq.yds) £59.94 6 Large Pack Planned Programme (treats 100sq.m / 125sq.yds) £119.94 ® Registered trade mark of Becker Under Wood. Application methods - Nemaslug® is supplied as a powder which is mixed with water and applied directly to the soil with a watering can or a hose-end feeder just like a liquid feed. Apply standard and large packs of vine weevil nematodes with a watering can (fitted with a coarse rose). Haws Rose no.7 Rose - Watering cans need to be fitted with a coarse rose. We recommend using the Haws Rose no.7 as not all roses are suitable. Hose-end feeder - Can be used for applying standard and large packs of nematodes for slugs. This feeder can also be used for applying plant food, acid plant food and tonic and lawn food. Can be used to apply nematodes to large areas. A quick and easy way to feed plants, shrubs, vegetables, baskets and lawns. Attaches via standard snap fit hose-pipe connector. Features both a rose head and jet spray and an on / off switch for water flow. Click here to view application instructions. Coarse Rose Haws Rose no.7 Rose. £3.99 Hose-end Feeder Hose-end feeder. £9.99 Copper slug and snail tape for protecting pots, etc. NEW copper-coated pot feet. Copper ring and NEW copper bands for protecting plants in borders. A range of slug and snail traps suitable for any garden. Barriers for protecting plants in borders i.e. Hosta Halos and shocka matting. CLICK HERE to find out more about a full range of other products to help in your battle with slugs.