Multicrop Multiguard Snail & Slug Killer 2.5kg – Iron EDTA Garden Bait

Multicrop Multiguard Snail & Slug Killer 2.5kg

Multicrop Multiguard is a ready-to-use pellet bait for controlling snails and slugs around vegetables, herbs, flowers, seedlings and ornamental garden plants.

Its iron EDTA-based formula is designed to remain effective in cool, damp and humid garden conditions when snails and slugs are most active. The convenient 2.5kg resealable pack is suited to larger garden beds and repeated seasonal applications.

How Multiguard Works

Snails and slugs are attracted to and consume the pellets. After feeding, they stop eating plants and generally return to sheltered areas where they die, so dead pests may not always be visible in the open.

Unlike snail baits containing metaldehyde or methiocarb, Multiguard uses an iron EDTA complex as its active constituent.

Product Details

• Brand: Multicrop

• Product name: Multiguard Snail & Slug Killer

• Pack size: 2.5kg

• Product type: Ready-to-use snail and slug bait

• Active constituent: 60g/kg Iron EDTA Complex

• Form: Red or rust-coloured pellets

• Application rate: Approximately 70 pellets per square metre

• Approximate coverage: Up to 500m²

• Suitable for: Vegetables, herbs, flowers, seedlings and ornamentals

• Country of origin: Australian owned and made

The final coverage will depend on application density, garden layout and the severity of the infestation.

Where to Use

Multiguard may be scattered around plants that require protection from snail and slug feeding, including:

• Vegetable patches

• Herb gardens

• Flower beds

• Garden borders

• Seedling areas

• Potted plants

• Strawberry plants

• Citrus trees

• Ornamental gardens

Always check the current package label before applying the product to a particular plant or growing area.

How to Apply

Apply the pellets after rain or watering, when the soil is moist and snails and slugs are likely to become active.

• Scatter approximately 70 pellets per square metre

• Distribute pellets evenly around plants

• Do not place pellets in piles or heaps

• Avoid allowing pellets to become lodged in plant foliage

• Concentrate treatment around visible pest activity

• Replace pellets only when required by the label

• Clean up accidental spills immediately

• Wash exposed skin after application

Using excessive piles does not improve control and can increase the risk of pets, birds or other animals consuming the bait.

Best Time to Apply

Apply Multiguard after rain, irrigation or evening watering when the ground is damp. Snails and slugs are generally more active under moist conditions and are more likely to encounter evenly scattered pellets.

Inspect the garden regularly for fresh chewing damage, slime trails and pest activity. Repeat treatment only according to the current label directions.

Pet, Poultry & Wildlife Safety

Multiguard has relatively low mammalian toxicity, but animals and birds may still find the pellets attractive. It should not be described as completely safe for pets or wildlife.

• Keep the pack locked away from children

• Prevent dogs and cats from accessing pellets

• Keep poultry, ducks and livestock away from treated areas

• Do not allow poultry or livestock to feed on treated areas for at least seven days

• Do not scatter pellets in piles

• Contact a veterinarian if a pet consumes an appreciable amount

• Prevent pellets from entering ponds, drains or waterways

The product is poisonous to crustaceans and must not contaminate aquatic environments.

Storage

• Store in the closed original packaging

• Reseal the bag after application

• Keep in a cool, dry and ventilated place

• Protect the pellets from direct sunlight and moisture

• Store away from food and animal feed

• Keep out of reach of children, pets, poultry and livestock

• Do not burn the product or empty packaging

Key Features & Benefits

• Controls garden snails and slugs

• Contains 60g/kg Iron EDTA Complex

• Does not contain metaldehyde or methiocarb

• Ready-to-use pellet formulation

• No mixing or spraying required

• Approximately 70 pellets required per square metre

• Suitable for vegetables, herbs and flowers

• Performs in damp and humid conditions

• Useful around seedlings and garden beds

• Large resealable 2.5kg pack

• Treats up to approximately 500m²

• Australian owned and made

• Available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in South-West Sydney

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the active ingredient in Multiguard?

Multiguard contains 60g/kg Iron EDTA Complex.

What pests does Multiguard control?

It is formulated to control snails and slugs that damage vegetables, herbs, flowers, seedlings and ornamental plants.

How much Multiguard should I apply?

Scatter approximately 70 pellets per square metre. Spread them evenly and never place the pellets in heaps.

When is the best time to apply snail bait?

Apply after rain or watering when the ground is moist and snails and slugs are more likely to be active.

How much area does the 2.5kg pack cover?

The pack may treat up to approximately 500m² when applied at the recommended rate. Actual coverage can vary according to garden conditions.

Can Multiguard be used in vegetable gardens?

Yes. The manufacturer lists it for use around vegetables and herbs when applied according to the current package directions.

Is Multiguard safe around dogs and cats?

It has lower mammalian toxicity than some traditional snail baits, but it is not risk-free. Keep pets away from the pellets and contact a veterinarian immediately if an appreciable amount is consumed.

Can chickens enter a treated garden?

Do not allow poultry or livestock to feed on treated areas for at least seven days after application.

Why can’t I see dead snails?

Affected snails and slugs generally return to sheltered areas before dying, so they may not remain visible on the soil surface.

Does Multiguard contain metaldehyde?

No. The product label states that Multiguard does not contain metaldehyde or methiocarb.

Where can I buy Multicrop Multiguard 2.5kg in Sydney?

Multicrop Multiguard Snail & Slug Killer 2.5kg is available from Bonnyrigg Produce & Garden Supplies in Bonnyrigg, South-West Sydney.