As we move into June and temperatures start to rise, our gardens come alive, but so do unwanted pests. From slugs and snails sneaking into flower beds to aphids and flying insects threatening your fruit and vegetable patches, these unwelcome visitors can quickly spoil all your hard work.
The good news is you’re not powerless against them. With a few simple steps and the right products, you can keep pests under control and enjoy a thriving, healthy garden all summer long. Here are our top tips, tricks and solutions to help you keep unwanted guests at bay this June.
Getting into the habit of checking your garden regularly lets you spot problems early, and that makes all the difference when it comes to protecting your plants. Take a few minutes each day to walk around and look closely at your flower beds, pots, and vegetable patches. Lift up leaves, check around roots, and inspect the undersides of pots and trays where pests like slugs and snails often hide.
Watch for tell-tale signs of trouble, such as holes in leaves, sticky residue, or clusters of tiny insects. The sooner you identify a pest, the quicker you can take action, preventing a small problem from turning into a much bigger one. Staying vigilant this June means you’re more likely to keep your garden healthy, productive, and looking its best all season long.
Weeds and garden debris can provide the perfect breeding ground for pests, offering them food, refuge and a place to multiply. Keep borders clear by removing weeds promptly and dispose of fallen leaves and plant material to cut down on these hiding spots.
Using a reliable weedkiller can help keep unwanted growth under control and make it harder for pests to take hold. Our range of Weedkillers includes effective solutions like Roundup Path Optima Weedkiller RTU and Job Done Path Weedkiller, which are perfect for clearing borders, paths and gravel areas quickly and efficiently.
A tidier garden means a less hospitable environment for pests, helping you keep your plants healthy all season long.
Slugs can quickly damage young seedlings and destroy carefully cultivated flower beds and vegetable patches. The key to protecting your garden lies in choosing the right solutions from our range of slug control products. From physical barriers to baited solutions, there’s something to suit every garden and growing style.
Slug pellets are a popular and effective way to control slugs. They attract slugs away from your prized plants and eradicate them quickly. Sprinkle them evenly around vulnerable areas to form a protective barrier and reduce damage.
Slug traps are another reliable, non-chemical option. They use bait to lure slugs into a trap, safely removing them from your garden. Durable and reusable, these traps help you keep on top of the problem without affecting nearby wildlife or pets.
For a humane, non-toxic barrier, copper slug tape is ideal. Options like Doff, Vitax, and Rentokil provide adhesive tape that gives slugs a mild shock when they attempt to cross, encouraging them to retreat. This works brilliantly around pots, planters and raised beds, just apply the tape around rims and watch as slugs stay clear!
Foxes can be charming at a distance, but when they start digging, fouling flowerbeds or raiding bins, they quickly become unwelcome visitors. Start by browsing our full fox control range for a variety of humane and effective options.
For a humane and effective solution, consider products like the Defenders STV416 Fox & Wildlife Repellent, which comes in easy‑to‑use sachets. Simply dilute in water, apply around vulnerable areas, and once dry it's safe for children and pets.
Alternatively, the Foxolutions “Scoot” Fox Repellent uses a patented scent‑marking mimic to signal to foxes that the territory is already claimed, encouraging them to move on, without harming plants or wildlife. Both options are easy to apply, safe around homes, and help maintain a fox-free, well-protected garden.
Ants can be a persistent nuisance in the garden and home, especially during the summer months when their activity peaks. They often form trails to food sources and can quickly become a problem if left unchecked.
To keep ants under control, consider using ant bait stations to attract and destroy the colony at its source, or apply liquid ant killer directly into nests for a fast, effective solution.
Browse our full range of ant control products to find everything you need to keep your garden and home ant-free.
Cats and dogs may be cute, but when they start disturbing flower beds, scratching borders, and fouling your lawn, it can be frustrating. The good news is there are some simple and effective ways to keep them away — safely and without causing harm — so you can enjoy your garden in peace.
Keep unwanted cats away from your garden with Get Off Cat Repellent. These ready-to-use granules contains a strong, natural smell that cats find unpleasant, helping to deter them from fouling borders, flower beds, and lawns. Safe and effective when used as directed, it’s a simple way to protect your outdoor space.
Tired of cats and dogs turning your garden into their personal playground? These scatter granules offer an easy, natural way to keep them at bay. Simply sprinkle around your flower beds and borders to create a scent barrier that pets find unpleasant, without harm.
Protect your garden effortlessly and enjoy a cleaner, undisturbed outdoor space.These products offer a variety of safe and effective options to protect your garden from pet-related damage. You can browse the full cat and dog repellent range here.
A well-maintained garden is much less inviting to pests and disease. Remove weak, diseased, or dying plants promptly to avoid spreading problems to nearby healthy ones. Trim back dense growth and prune trees and shrubs to improve airflow and light penetration — this makes it harder for pests to find sheltered spots to hide and flourish.
Regular weeding and clearing away leaf debris also help keep your borders looking their best and reduce places where pests can take refuge. Browse our gardening range for all the tools you need to keep your garden healthy and thriving.
Roses bring colour, fragrance and life to your garden, filling borders and flower beds with rich hues, delicate scents and classic charm. But pests and disease can quickly spoil their health and appearance, turning thriving bushes into weak, damaged plants.
From greenfly and black spot to mildew and spider mites, a range of problems can attack your roses and undermine all your hard gardening work.
Keep your roses thriving with Westland Rose Guard 800ml, a ready-to-use spray designed to control pests and combat powdery mildew. This pesticide-free solution is safe for bees, children, and pets, making it ideal for eco-conscious gardeners.
Protect and nourish your roses with Ecofective Rose Defender, a convenient ready-to-use spray designed to keep your roses healthy, strong and blooming all season long. Free from harmful pesticides, it’s a gentle yet effective solution that safeguards against pests and disease while delivering essential nutrients directly to the leaf surface, helping you enjoy a thriving, vibrant rose garden with ease.
As temperatures rise in June, pests become more active and can quickly spoil a thriving garden. But with a few simple steps, from keeping borders clear and removing weeds, to protecting your roses and deterring unwanted cats, dogs and foxes, you can keep your garden looking its best all season long.
With the right products from SJTools, you’re well-equipped to deal with whatever pests come your way, safely and effectively.
