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There's a lot of repetitive advice online about dealing with slugs. In my experience, a good chunk of it simply doesn't work and seems to be blindly regurgitated from one site to the next. What follows is what I'd actually focus on - first the habitat problems worth fixing or avoiding, then the handful of treatments I've found do something, with honest notes on where they fall short.

Mulching is one of those gardening practices that often goes unnoticed, yet it can transform the way your vegetables grow. At its simplest, mulching means covering the soil with a protective layer - but the benefits go far beyond appearances. From locking in moisture to improving soil health, mulch plays a vital role in creating the right conditions for vegetables to thrive. For anyone serious about getting the best from their plot, understanding why mulching matters is essential.