SlugProof Late Planting?

Hi all - I have a small town garden near Leeds, West Yorks.. I have a perennial problem with snails and slugs (loads of 'em!) and my garden is mainly lawns. I have a dog and cat and don't like to use poisons and baits. I know there are many slug-resistant plants, such as fuchsia (which I'm fond of) - it there anything I can fill some large planters with now, in mid August, and which will give some colour or greenery and last the winter? I realise I've left it a little late so any interesting ideas appreciated!

 

Hi How do you feel about using beer traps.
(I will have a think about what plants in the meantime)
Welcome to the forum as well I have a feeling you may be our first rat

Spruce

 

Welcome Sewer Longtail. R-A-T is taboo on the island because of superstition!

With Spruces suggestion you won't have poisoned animals, you'll have drunken ones!

Putting sand or grit round the base of your pots will help. Copper bands round the pots work too. With regards the rest of your garden eradication is impossible. I have the same problem.

 

Good evening SewerRat and welcome to the site.:D I would suggest using a liquid slug killer. once dry it will not hurt other animals.

 

I use the organic slug pellets and they have done well for me. Pet, kid and wildlife friendly.