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I got a problem i have noticed that the ants are making holes in the each leaf. i noticed them last week all over the plants,
I also have a dog and i cant find anything dog friendly to use, Iv boiled water and also used salt in the gaps after and that stopped them for a few days but they are back after a few days.any other ideas what to do? ???
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It may sound stupid, but we have chickens, and they feast on the ants. Even the neighbours ask if we could allow the chickens now and then to go into their garden so they can get rid of the ants and other bugs.
Do you have the means to have them in your garden, even for a few days? If you know someone who has "free-range" chickens, just ask.
I mentioned "free-range" because if chickens are not used to eat them…...... they just won't. -
I think you mean slugs.
Salt has no affect on ants. Becareful when using salt in your garden. If you use too much, you could ruin it.
Attracting birds to your garden is a good idea. Once they are used to coming, they will hang around and eat the slugs as well as the food you put out.
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i have been thinking of getting chickens will give it a talk with the other half, they defo ants
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@ raphjd: the slugs are being eaten by (our) ducks :laugh:
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sadly my bf said im not allowd chickens so just ordered some Hydrochloric Acid 36% - Brick & Patio Cleaner, from a on-line shop fingers crossed it might work on them, will let you know,
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Ants are not plant pests, there are probably aphids on the leaves, ants use their juices.
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Would be surprised if it's ant making the holes, most likely slugs or snails
