May - Rain, rain and more rain

May has also been a poor months for my over wintered and more established plants. Virtually everyday has seen some form of rain whether it is light drizzle or heavy showers. Indeed the local news reported today that the North East of England has seen its second wettest May in the last 50 years – great!!. The lower than average daily temperatures and dull overcast conditions have also done little to stimulate growth and I reckon my plants are at least 4 weeks ‘behind’ previous years. Im not too worried though because I know they will put on a growth spurt when (if) the weather improves. The damp conditions however have encouraged a more serious threat to my little darlings - Slugs and snails.


Even my seedlings & young plants perched high on shelving 5ft above the ground have not been safe. In fact the harder the plants are to reach, the worse the attacks are - Darlington slugs definately like a challenge!!