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If your garden's being laid to waste by slugs, a disarmingly simple tip could well be your salve - and it involves nothing more exotic than a common fruit. For those seeking a natural,
chemical-free solution that’s ideal for UK gardens under siege from these squishy invaders, help is at hand. Guardian gardening guru Alys Fowler advises using empty grapefruit halves as an
eco-friendly slug trap. "I find empty grapefruit halves are good for catching slugs. Leave them on the ground, rind-side up, for a day or two. Once they have filled up, you can dispose
of the slugs and chuck the rind in the bin," she recommends. It's a perfect deal: the grapefruit lures the slugs away from your beloved blooms, while you're afforded an easy
collection method. READ MORE: TESCO ANNOUNCES 7PM 'CHARGE' The procedure couldn't be simpler: post-breakfast, lay the grapefruit shell upside down in your garden. Its aroma
and moist shelter will prove irresistible to the slugs, who’ll hunker down inside – come dawn, you’ll discover them clustering within, ready to be evicted or discarded. This approach
doesn't just tackle the problem head-on; it’s an exercise in sustainable gardening. Shunning the use of severe pesticides or dear snail-repellent gadgets, this tip cleverly recycles
breakfast leftovers to defend your greens, reports the Express. Moreover, it poses no harm to pet companions, bees, or Mother Earth - and can even serve your composting efforts. While
overburdening your compost with citrus isn't wise, a modicum of grapefruit husks mixed with assorted compost components can do no harm. Whether you're cultivating herbs,
vegetables, or ornamentals, this trick is a must-try for any eco-conscious gardener. So next time you have a grapefruit, don't bin the rind - transform it into a slug trap and reclaim
control of your garden, naturally.