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How can I stop slugs and snails eating my potted bulbs?

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After planting the bulbs, cover the surface of the compost with a layer of sharp grit or Slug Gone pellets. This should act as a barrier, preventing slugs or snails reaching the bulbs as they emerge, as they find it difficult to cross.

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