Slug Fence Trials

Delphinium eaten by a slug

Delphinium

24th March 2022 – Fylde Coast, Lancashire

After first showing the delphinium was completely eaten by the slugs. A four section slug fence was placed around the plant with no chemicals or other defence. 

Delphinium recovering from slug damage after protection by Slug Fence

Delphinium

6th April 2022 – Fylde Coast, Lancashire

Even though the weather turned cold the delphinium has been protected from slugs and snails. The plant is re-establishing itself healthily.

Delphinium

21st March 2022 – Isle of Wight

Inset is an image recorded on 12th March 2022 due to slug damage.  In the foreground is a delphinium protected by a prototype unit from Dec 2021. 

Delphinium

4th April 2022 – Isle of Wight

This is the plant highlighted in the 21st March Isle of Wight image after protecting with Slug Fence. This image shows only the  previously attacked plant.

Delphinium

5th April 2022 – Isle of Wight

 Comparison of growth between the two delphiniums shown in the Isle of Wight image of the 21st March 2022.

Bok Choy

26th February 2022 –Russell, New Zealand

First trials of production Slug Fence. Inside the fence is a new planting of Bok Choy – this large slug attempts to reach it but fails.