Nobody wants slugs munching away in the garden all summer - but fortunately, there are some varieties that the pests hate.
Gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh says that there are four key plants to have in your garden if you often find your outdoor space plagued by slugs during the summer months.
Even for the most rookie gardeners, there are certain plants that can effectively keep slugs away from your garden with minimal maintenance required. As reported by the Daily Mail, there are four flowers that the 74-year-old recommends for a pest-free space. Geraniums For those dealing with slugs who want to add a dash of colour to their garden, Alan recommends Geraniums. He explained that these plants not only bloom beautifully throughout the summer but also effectively deter pests.Top Trending Stories Today Alchemilla If you want to inject a dose of yellow into your garden, consider planting Alchemilla seeds. On his podcast, Alan revealed that this daring plant is also effective at keeping slugs away.
Top Life Hack Stories Today Fuchsias and Penstemons Lastly, Alan suggested bright and colourful Fuchsias and Penstemons as other slug-deterring shrubs.
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