Squirrels - Knowledgebase Question

Clintonville, Wi
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Question by DMGAM1
March 27, 2010
How do I keep these rats from eating my plants and bulbs?


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Answer from NGA
March 27, 2010
Squirrels can be so destructive sometimes! You might try using one of the spray-on repellents labeled for squirrels, be sure to apply and reapply per the label directions. Another option might be to cover the ground/pot with wire mesh fencing like chicken wire until the plants begin to come up. Some gardeners find that dipping the bulbs in a rodent repellent such as Ropel just prior to planting helps prevent the digging. Some gardeners also report success with feeding the squirrels as a means of keeping them fed without resorting to eating garden plantings. I hope this gives you some ideas.

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