Protect-US Mineral Snail and Slug Killer is a unique product that is highly effective in the control of snails and slugs. Protect-us Mineral Snail and Slug Killer is a low-toxic alternative to metaldehyde and methiocarb baits that displays similar or better levels of control and protection. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: DO NOT HEAP PELLETS. Scatter pellets on the soil around or near the plants to be protected. Apply bait evenly at approximately 5 g (1 level teaspoon) per square meter or 9 to 10 pellets per 20 cm pot. Reapply as the bait is consumed or at least every 2 weeks while slugs and/or snails continue to be a problem, or following heavy watering or periods of heavy rain. All likely areas of infestation should be treated, especially the perimeter of vegetable and flower gardens, because these pests move into planted areas from surrounding daytime refuges. Evening is the best time to apply the bait as snails and slugs travel and feed mostly at night or in the early morning. Vegetables, flowers and berry fruits Scatter the bait around the perimeter of the plot and also on the soil around or near the plants. Ornamental shrubs and seedling fruit and citrus trees Scatter the bait in a 15 cm diameter circular band around the base of the plants and also around the perimeter of the plot.