Leaves Being Eaten

Question

All the leaves of my impatiens are being eaten.  I don’t have beer to put by the plants and I have animals, so no poison. What do you suggest? Thanks.

yvonne

Answer 1

Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/facts-about-slugs-and-how-to-kill-garden-slugs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/organic-snail-control-how-to-control-garden-snails.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/diatomaceous-earth-insect-control.htm

Answer 2

If you are sure the culprit is snails or slugs, you could spread crushed egg shells or sharp sand around the impatiens planting. Also, diatomaceous earth will help control these pests.