Pet-Safe Slug Control for Marigolds: Beer Traps, Iron Phosphate, and Salt

Why Marigolds Are Slug Magnets

Slugs love marigolds. Young seedlings are especially vulnerable.

Evaluating Slug Bait Safety for Cats

Call the product's 800 number or your vet for specific re-entry times after using non-pet-safe baits.

Effective Home Remedies: Beer and Salt

Sink beer traps at ground level. At night, sprinkle a pinch of salt directly on slugs—it dehydrates them instantly.

Iron Phosphate Baits: Sluggo and Escar-Go

These are safe for pets, wildlife, and edibles. Slugs stop feeding and die within days.