Slug Damage on Young Sunflowers: Organic Control with Iron Phosphate

Identifying Slug Damage

Irregular holes in young sunflower leaves, especially in cool, wet weather, are classic slug feeding.

Effective Organic Bait

Escar‑Go (iron phosphate) is non‑toxic to pets and humans, remains active after rain, and is applied every 10 days around plants.

Homemade Alternative

Spray soil with 1 tbsp lemon ammonia + 1 tbsp non‑concentrated dish soap per gallon water, twice weekly in early morning when slugs are active.