Our Pest barriers and crop protection collection focuses on stopping damage before it starts. These are simple, physical barriers that make it harder for slugs, snails, soil pests and other nibblers to reach your plants in the first place.
Use this collection if you are asking things like
How can I keep slugs away from my pots
What can I put around plants as a barrier
How do I protect seedlings without using strong chemicals
In this collection you can find
- Slug and snail barrier products such as copper tape and rings
- Protective collars and guards for young plants and seedlings
- Wool based pellets and mats for pots and soil surfaces
- Bulb baskets that help protect bulbs from pests and make lifting easier
- Ground cover and weed control fabrics that also deter some soil pests
- Individual cloches and guards for high value plants and crops
Pest barriers and crop protection work in beds, raised beds, pots, containers and greenhouse borders. They are a good option if you prefer a wildlife friendly approach and want to reduce reliance on pellets and sprays.
At Allotmate Essentials we choose pest barrier products that are simple to use, reusable where possible and suitable for gardens that welcome wildlife. Combine a few barriers from this collection with good plant care and you will usually see far less damage from slugs, snails and other common garden pests.