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Diagnosing Leaf Loss on Columbine Plants: Slugs or Animals?

Missing leaves and misshapen stems suggest slug damage (they eat foliage then flowers). Control with iron phosphate bait (e.g., Sluggo)—organic, safe for pets.

If not slugs, consider deer, rabbits, gophers. Live-trap (Havahart) and relocate. Must see the animal to choose correct trap size.

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