Q: How does copper keep slugs away?
Slugs and snails won't cross this copper slug tape because contact with the bare metal produces a mild reaction they find intolerable, so they turn back at the barrier.
With the slotted ends hooked together, the ring encircles and protects new plants.
These copper barriers are an effective, pesticide-free way to protect selected plants from slugs and snails, which cannot stand coming in contact with the metal. Simply encircle the plant with the flexible band, hook the slotted ends together, and set the ring on the soil surface.
One 16" band forms a ring about 5" in diameter and 2" tall; multiple bands can be linked to protect larger plantings or form complex shapes.
Supplied as a package of four bands. Made in Canada from 0.01" thick pure copper sheet.
Slugs and snails won't cross this copper slug tape because contact with the bare metal produces a mild reaction they find intolerable, so they turn back at the barrier.
A single 16" band forms a ring about 5" in diameter and 2" tall, sized to fit around one plant.
Yes, multiple bands link together at the slotted ends, so you can form larger rings or custom shapes to cover bigger beds.
Not necessarily, the ring works by contact deterrence as slugs try to cross it, so setting it on the soil surface around the plant is enough.
Each package includes four 16" copper bands, enough to protect several plants or link into one larger enclosure.
| Materials | Pure copper |
| Dimensions | 16" band length (forms a ring approx. 5" dia. × 2" tall) |
| Includes | Copper bands |
| Package Quantity | Pack of 4 |
| Country of Origin | Canada |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Copper Slug Rings
These copper barriers are an effective, pesticide-free way to protect selected plants from slugs and snails, which cannot stand coming in contact with the metal. Simply encircle the plant with the flexible band, hook the slotted ends together, and set the ring on the soil surface.
One 16" band forms a ring about 5" in diameter and 2" tall; multiple bands can be linked to protect larger plantings or form complex shapes.
Supplied as a package of four bands. Made in Canada from 0.01" thick pure copper sheet.
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