The mole is a funny little animal with big paws, about which fairy tales and cartoons are made. Only those who have not come across this animal on their site think so. And if this happened, then you are unlikely to call him cute, especially when, instead of carrots, you get a stub from the ground with a bunch of greenery. And even if you do not have a vegetable garden, but only a garden, these "friends" will not mind eating your lilies and tulips. How to deal with this animal? Let's consider the most effective methods.
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- 1 In general, is it necessary to harass moles?
- 2 How to scare a mole away from the garden
- 3 Poison and other "drastic" measures
- 4 Get a dachshund
- 5 Natural plant barrier
- 6 Traps or traps
In general, is it necessary to harass moles?
The issue is controversial, because, in addition to the fact that moles destroy the roots and bulbs of cultivated plants, they also bring certain benefits. But before talking about the benefits, it should also be noted that wormholes are very fond of mice and even rats - after all, they also move underground, and here is a ready-made track, and for food supplies.
But what makes you think about the advisability of fighting a mole? First of all, moles eat not only worms, but also the larvae of pests: the May beetle, the bear. And this already counts for them, because the bear and the May beetle are capable of destroying the entire crop in general. And moles also wonderfully loosen the earth and enrich it with nitrogen. Some gardeners even go to the fields on purpose in search of mole piles in order to collect crushed soil for houseplants. So, if your moles are doing you more good than harm, it is worth considering before resorting to drastic measures.
How to scare a mole away from the garden
It is humane to scare an animal away with something that makes it fearful or disgusting. What can be useful?
An electronic scarer can be made independently from any battery-powered buzzer. It must be placed in a tin pipe or pan and dug into the ground. This option works great in a greenhouse or garden bed.
Poison and other "drastic" measures
Mole poisons can be purchased at any specialist gardening store. But if you do not have a massive invasion of moles, then you should not kill them in such a ruthless way.
Some advise pouring some alcohol into the visible passages - the animals do not like the pungent smell and they will leave the inhospitable area. Rotting fatty fish (such as herring) have the same effect.
What else is advised as a chemical repeller? For example, tear gas, which is let into the burrow from a spray can, whiteness with a pungent chlorine odor, or a pungent smell of cheap perfume.
Get a dachshund
This is a great idea that will give you and your household a lot of positive emotions. Dachshunds are very cheerful and playful dogs that love children and at the same time perfectly hunt moles.
Natural plant barrier
You can preserve your plantings by planting spicy herbs around the perimeter that moles do not like: mint and lemon balm, lavender, marigolds.
Traps or traps
Traps of various configurations can also be purchased at a garden store. Cheese, some fresh meat or pieces of fruit are used as bait. How to make a humane trap with your own hands, you can find out by watching this video:
To prevent moles from appearing on your site, just take measures in advance: dig in slate around the beds to a depth of half a meter, or just plant onions or peas around the beds. You can dig a ditch and fill it with gravel, but this is already a costly method.
How do you deal with moles on your site? Share your experience in the comments, it's very interesting!
