A cute little garden accent that might just keep slugs away from those tender new shoots.
Similar to penny balls except I didn't have a ball, so I used a post and spike from an old solar lamp instead.
An old solar lamp post, clear marine silicone and some pennies (dated before 1983 for best copper content) are all you need.
Stick one penny on top of the post then, using the waterproof marine silicone, glue a column of pennies up one side of the post. Lay flat on that side and let them set a few minutes before starting the next row. My post fit exactly 4 columns of pennies.
Let it set completely for at least 12 hours before exposure to water, then stick it in anywhere that you might want to keep slugs away. I don't know if copper really does repel slugs but I like this quirky little garden art.
If you have marine silicone left over how about another garden craft?
Beaded Mason Jar Solar Light
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