Angel Trumpet Leaf Damage: Slugs, Not Snails or Geckos

3-foot angel trumpet has holes and edge feeding on leaves. No insects seen. Someone said night snails. Geckos climb on it. What's eating it?

Most Likely: Slugs

• Nocturnal, hide by day
• Rasping mouthparts → holes + edge feeding
• Leave slime trails (check at night with flashlight)
• Love succulent, nitrogen-rich growth

Management

• Slug bait (iron phosphate) on soil surface
• Beer traps (shallow dishes)
• Diatomaceous earth barrier
• Hand-pick at night

Not Geckos

Geckos eat insects—beneficial. Don't harm them.

Plant Vigor

Angel trumpets are heavy feeders. Regular nitrogen fertilizer → lots of new leaves → outgrows slug damage.