Dig it! Summer Garden Pests to Watch For
Dig It!
Monday, 1 June 2026 - 3 minutes
This week on Dig It!, Hester Macdonald focuses on the garden pests that can quickly destroy plants during the summer months.
From slugs and snails attacking tender seedlings to vine weevils damaging container plants, Hester shares practical ways to identify and control some of the most common garden invaders in Switzerland.
Learn how copper tape, gravel, pheromone traps, and nematodes can help protect your plants naturally, and why early detection matters.
Hester also explains how to spot the destructive lily beetle, including its surprisingly clever defence mechanisms, and what to do before your lilies are stripped bare.
Whether you garden on a balcony or in a large outdoor space, this episode is packed with realistic pest-control advice for healthier summer plants.
