There are two methods

1. Chemical

Bayer Provado Vine Weevil Killer 2 and Scotts Miracle-Gro BugClear Ultra Vine Weevil Killer can be used for any container-grown plants (apart from edible ones)

2. Organic using nematodes

http://www.ukorganics.co.uk/product/vine-weevil-killer-nematodes

I've not tried either but i know you can only use the nematodes above 5 degrees c.

This link is helpful on this topic

http://www.gardenforumhorticulture.co.uk/pestwatch/vine-weevil.htm

http://www.ukorganics.co.uk/product/vine-weevil-killer-nematodes

thanks anchorman, I will check out the sites...

Hi Bibobaggins but when shall I start on them now, please all my plants got eaten last year, I guess its too late to do it with the nemotodes, shall I just ge tthe spray, I have an open garden this year although its only small, and I dont want to show half eaten plants lol

thank u so much for all the information, it drives you nuts, when all your hard work results in so much damage. thanks again.