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Woman's simple homemade trap stops slugs from invading your garden

Slugs can be a gardener's worst nightmare as they destroy any beloved flowers or crops in a matter of hours, but there is a simple way to keep them away from your garden.

But fear not, there's a natural solution to keep these pesky critters at bay without resorting to chemical-laden sprays or pellets that could harm the local wildlife, including birds, cats, and foxes. Sheryl Normandeau, a master gardener and the brains behind Flowery Prose, swears by a simple, homemade yeast trap that's been "tried-and-true" in keeping slugs from munching on your plants. This is a super affordable and non-toxic method for keeping slugs at bay that's safe to use around pets, local wildlife and any beneficial insects in your garden.

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