Pepper
Works everytime.
How do I keep the neighborhood cats out of my flower beds?
Try cocoa mulch.
Reply:1. There are many herbs that cats don’t like to be around, including lavender, rue, geranium, absinthe, and lemon-thyme. Also, a German professional gardener, Dieter Stegmaier of Essingen, has created a hybrid so repulsive to cats, they stay a yard away from it. It smells like schnapps to us, and is actually a pretty and hardy plant with blue flowers that bloom throughout most of the summer. Its Latin name is Coleus canin. You can order it through various mailorder services in Germany, for example here: here.
2. This mixture is easy to make and can be used anywhere you want to repel cats (or groundhogs, for that matter):
2 parts cayenne pepper
3 parts dry mustard
5 parts flour
Simply mix together and sprinkle.
3. Use large flat river stones in your garden beds to make the soil less diggable, and so less attractive to cats. Besides, river stones are pretty. You can also use them in houseplant pots to keep the furry little darlings out of those.
4. Cats don’t like tea leaves, so empty your used ones onto the garden soil.
5. You could also try using a sprinkler that is activated by a motion-sensor. All it takes is a time or two of getting dowsed with water to deter any cat. It can work for intruders, too.
Reply:I sprinkle ground Cayenne pepper around. It seems to work, though it does have to be refreshed every once in a while.
Reply:A friend has placed chicken wire flat on the ground over her flower beds. I would suggest a very thin layer of mulch on top to make it less unsightly.
You could try large chunks of bark (not the medium or fine bark chips), they would be rather uncomfortable for most cats to walk on.
Cats generally hate the smell of tea tree oil (an essential oil). You could try diluting it into a spray bottle %26amp; spraying it around the area, or soaking something like cotton balls in it %26amp; placing those around the flower beds. You would have to respray/refresh these on a regular basis. I used to use it to keep my cats from clawing certain areas of my rugs (very diluted solution).
You may want to think twice about using cayenne pepper as it could get into any creatures eyes. Squirrels have been known to scratch their eyes out trying to remove the offending "object" - very cruel.
Reply:I've heard ammonia, too.
Reply:I've heard moth balls work pretty well, they also keep snakes out.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
What can I use to keep cats out of my flower beds?
the stray cats keep digging up my flowers any ideas on how to keep them out. We have tried all kinds of things but so far nothing is working. Thanks
What can I use to keep cats out of my flower beds?
I would say moth balls but those are poisonous . try to get to your local lowes or home depot and see if they have any suggestions . good luck .
Reply:They sell the stuff at home depot, loews etc bot it stains cement I use ammonia in spray bottle
Reply:New Critter Ridder® Pepper-Based Granules Repel Small Animals
As the name implies, new Critter Ridder® shake-on granules keep small animals away from flower and vegetable gardens and from garages, attics, basements and indoor storage areas.
The all natural repellent uses a patented formula that repels by both taste and odor. It features a unique patented pepper-based formula with oil of black pepper, piperine and capsaicin as active ingredients.
Critter Ridder is particularly effective in deterring skunks, groundhogs, squirrels, raccoons and even dogs and CATS. It also is long-lasting, based on independent testing, and one application lasts up to 30 days. Critter Ridder is the latest addition to a growing line of humane animal control products from the Havahart division of Woodstream Corporation. The repellent comes in two sizes -- 1.25 lbs. and 2.20 lbs. – and contains a dual pop-open lid for either shaking or spooning. It also features a 3-D style holographic label to draw attention to the Havahart name and product use.
The Havahart brand features a comprehensive line of pet and wildlife control products including live animal cage traps and deterrents, pet electronics and containment systems, and birdfeeders. For more information, visit the company’s website: www.havahart.com or write to Woodstream Corporation, 69 N. Locust St. ; Lititz , PA 17543 .
Reply:Mothballs.
Reply:cayenne pepper
Reply:Put out some chili pepper. That should work. Shake it out on the ground like a salt shaker.
Reply:mix ammonia in milk........they won't be back!
Reply:get a dog. lmao sorry i couldn't resist
Reply:Cayenne Pepper powder...they hate it.
Reply:rub lemon juice around it...they run away from the smell of lemon.
Reply:have you tried a repelant? they sell them in pet stores.
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What can I use to keep cats out of my flower beds?
I would say moth balls but those are poisonous . try to get to your local lowes or home depot and see if they have any suggestions . good luck .
Reply:They sell the stuff at home depot, loews etc bot it stains cement I use ammonia in spray bottle
Reply:New Critter Ridder® Pepper-Based Granules Repel Small Animals
As the name implies, new Critter Ridder® shake-on granules keep small animals away from flower and vegetable gardens and from garages, attics, basements and indoor storage areas.
The all natural repellent uses a patented formula that repels by both taste and odor. It features a unique patented pepper-based formula with oil of black pepper, piperine and capsaicin as active ingredients.
Critter Ridder is particularly effective in deterring skunks, groundhogs, squirrels, raccoons and even dogs and CATS. It also is long-lasting, based on independent testing, and one application lasts up to 30 days. Critter Ridder is the latest addition to a growing line of humane animal control products from the Havahart division of Woodstream Corporation. The repellent comes in two sizes -- 1.25 lbs. and 2.20 lbs. – and contains a dual pop-open lid for either shaking or spooning. It also features a 3-D style holographic label to draw attention to the Havahart name and product use.
The Havahart brand features a comprehensive line of pet and wildlife control products including live animal cage traps and deterrents, pet electronics and containment systems, and birdfeeders. For more information, visit the company’s website: www.havahart.com or write to Woodstream Corporation, 69 N. Locust St. ; Lititz , PA 17543 .
Reply:Mothballs.
Reply:cayenne pepper
Reply:Put out some chili pepper. That should work. Shake it out on the ground like a salt shaker.
Reply:mix ammonia in milk........they won't be back!
Reply:get a dog. lmao sorry i couldn't resist
Reply:Cayenne Pepper powder...they hate it.
Reply:rub lemon juice around it...they run away from the smell of lemon.
Reply:have you tried a repelant? they sell them in pet stores.
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How do you keep cats from using the flower beds and get rid of the smell?
Add a few chili pepper plants, and some other fragrant flowers. Cat hate the scent of the chili peppers and avoid the area. Since you can't really scrub or flush the area, its best to cover the odor with other scents. Mulching may help block some of the odor.
How do you keep cats from using the flower beds and get rid of the smell?
There are repelants you can buy. Cat Stop® Cat Repellent will effectively deter cats from your yards, gardens, cars, or anywhere you would rather them not be.
Reply:It's easier to train a young cat than an old one. Before going to bed try lock the cat inside the toilet %26amp; let him spend the night there for a month. You will notice that everytime it would pee or dirt he'll go to the toilet to do his thing.
How do you keep cats from using the flower beds and get rid of the smell?
There are repelants you can buy. Cat Stop® Cat Repellent will effectively deter cats from your yards, gardens, cars, or anywhere you would rather them not be.
Reply:It's easier to train a young cat than an old one. Before going to bed try lock the cat inside the toilet %26amp; let him spend the night there for a month. You will notice that everytime it would pee or dirt he'll go to the toilet to do his thing.
Stray cats and flower beds?
how can i stops cats and dogs from useing my flower bed as a bathroom?
Stray cats and flower beds?
Orange peels skin side up laid on the area they use. Before you put them down but while you're in the spot squeeze the peel to release the oil. Cats hate citrus. You don't have to completely cover the area but about the skin from one orange for every 2-3 square feet. This works on cats but I'm not sure about dogs.
Reply:the only way I can think of is to build a fence.
I am having the same problem. My pool just "died" so all I have in its spot is a bunch of sand and stray cats keep coming and using it.
Reply:My mom sprinkled pepper around the outer edges to keep her cat out of her flower beds. Worth a try. As for dogs, watch to make sure that it isn't someone who is walking their dog, some people will allow their pet to do their business in flower beds...rude! Anyway, if they are step out and nicely ask them to please quite doing that, if that doesn't work then, remind them that they are trespassing.
Reply:There is LIQUID FENCE on the market now........try it..
Stray cats and flower beds?
Orange peels skin side up laid on the area they use. Before you put them down but while you're in the spot squeeze the peel to release the oil. Cats hate citrus. You don't have to completely cover the area but about the skin from one orange for every 2-3 square feet. This works on cats but I'm not sure about dogs.
Reply:the only way I can think of is to build a fence.
I am having the same problem. My pool just "died" so all I have in its spot is a bunch of sand and stray cats keep coming and using it.
Reply:My mom sprinkled pepper around the outer edges to keep her cat out of her flower beds. Worth a try. As for dogs, watch to make sure that it isn't someone who is walking their dog, some people will allow their pet to do their business in flower beds...rude! Anyway, if they are step out and nicely ask them to please quite doing that, if that doesn't work then, remind them that they are trespassing.
Reply:There is LIQUID FENCE on the market now........try it..
How do I stop all the wild buttercups spreading in my flower beds?
The easiest method is to carefully spray the leaves with a systemic weed killer. Make sure it is done on a wind free day though, to avoid other plants getting sprayed.
Buttercups (Ranunculus), can be very thuggish in the flower beds, and seem much stronger than those in the lawn.
You could try digging them out, but I experienced long underground roots, all because I had planted their attractive "relations" once!!
Hopefully after a few days you will notice them dying off, but leave taking them out until they are really gone, so it gives the weedkiller time to get to the heart of the roots...
Good Luck!
How do I stop all the wild buttercups spreading in my flower beds?
Dig them up with a trowel and leave no trailer roots behind.
Reply:The most effective way to stop them in their tracks would be to dig them out. As long as you get the crown out you will succeed in getting rid of them.
Buttercups (Ranunculus), can be very thuggish in the flower beds, and seem much stronger than those in the lawn.
You could try digging them out, but I experienced long underground roots, all because I had planted their attractive "relations" once!!
Hopefully after a few days you will notice them dying off, but leave taking them out until they are really gone, so it gives the weedkiller time to get to the heart of the roots...
Good Luck!
How do I stop all the wild buttercups spreading in my flower beds?
Dig them up with a trowel and leave no trailer roots behind.
Reply:The most effective way to stop them in their tracks would be to dig them out. As long as you get the crown out you will succeed in getting rid of them.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Bermuda grass has crept into my flower and ornamental grass beds-pulling it creates MORE!! What can I do?
Nothing really because any chemical you use will kill your ornamentals as well. Pulling is the only way to get the grass out and I should know because I'm constantly pulling that crap out of my flower beds. Bermuda grass is the bane of my existence. I wish there was an easy solution.
Bermuda grass has crept into my flower and ornamental grass beds-pulling it creates MORE!! What can I do?
pull the grass back furthur than the flower beds and pull them out especially after the ground is soft from rain,and put down some garden fabric and put a border peice from home depot, or garden center, and remove the mulch adn put some fabric there too after you pull up a bunch of the grass by the roots. the fabric keeps them from getting sun. cover the whole fabric area with a thick mulch.
so what you are doing is creating a large buffer zone around the plants. you can even plant noninvasive ground cover plants on the edges between the plants and the grass giving the grass competition and holding it back. or put rocks as decoration. so it doesn't look like you made a flower bed to big.
RRRRR
Reply:I have the same problem and found a grass killer at Lowes that kills only the bermuda grass and not my flowers. I think you will have to read the container to see what it will do to your ornamental grasses though.
Reply:The product Eskie Lover is refering to is "Image" only kills grass, safe for ornamentals. Another grass only killer is "Poast" be sure to get 'indicator' (blue dye) so you can see where you've sprayed.
Reply:Just pull what you can and ignore the rest if you can live with it. Otherwise you must add a weed killer to your soil and poison it. "Poison"--doesn't sound good does it? It's not! Just try to keep a balance, nature is not a scrubbed clean vacuumed space! People wonder where the Bee's went, why the plants all die in their beds???? Because all the beneficial gentle insects are being wiped out and only the strong predator beetles and such are surviving to eat the plants and the plants can't coexist with the lethal poison being sucked up by their roots. BALANCE.
Reply:Sometimes, if not out of control, a mixture of bleach and water will kill the weeds or grass but not the plant. As with any killer, use when there is no rain in the forcast and best in the day with the sun shinning.
Reply:Take an artist paint brush and paint RoundUp on it. The RoundUp goes thru the leaves, down the stem, and into the roots to kill the whole plant. Keep on top of it so you won't have so much to get rid of all at once.
Bermuda grass has crept into my flower and ornamental grass beds-pulling it creates MORE!! What can I do?
pull the grass back furthur than the flower beds and pull them out especially after the ground is soft from rain,and put down some garden fabric and put a border peice from home depot, or garden center, and remove the mulch adn put some fabric there too after you pull up a bunch of the grass by the roots. the fabric keeps them from getting sun. cover the whole fabric area with a thick mulch.
so what you are doing is creating a large buffer zone around the plants. you can even plant noninvasive ground cover plants on the edges between the plants and the grass giving the grass competition and holding it back. or put rocks as decoration. so it doesn't look like you made a flower bed to big.
RRRRR
Reply:I have the same problem and found a grass killer at Lowes that kills only the bermuda grass and not my flowers. I think you will have to read the container to see what it will do to your ornamental grasses though.
Reply:The product Eskie Lover is refering to is "Image" only kills grass, safe for ornamentals. Another grass only killer is "Poast" be sure to get 'indicator' (blue dye) so you can see where you've sprayed.
Reply:Just pull what you can and ignore the rest if you can live with it. Otherwise you must add a weed killer to your soil and poison it. "Poison"--doesn't sound good does it? It's not! Just try to keep a balance, nature is not a scrubbed clean vacuumed space! People wonder where the Bee's went, why the plants all die in their beds???? Because all the beneficial gentle insects are being wiped out and only the strong predator beetles and such are surviving to eat the plants and the plants can't coexist with the lethal poison being sucked up by their roots. BALANCE.
Reply:Sometimes, if not out of control, a mixture of bleach and water will kill the weeds or grass but not the plant. As with any killer, use when there is no rain in the forcast and best in the day with the sun shinning.
Reply:Take an artist paint brush and paint RoundUp on it. The RoundUp goes thru the leaves, down the stem, and into the roots to kill the whole plant. Keep on top of it so you won't have so much to get rid of all at once.
I want to start a flower bed, where do I start?
I have two pine trees that I want to surround with various types of flower plants, (Hibbiscus, Ivy's, etc.) But should I buy mulch or fertilizer? I have some landscape fabric, but do I lay it down before or after the dirt? And how do I make sure that no weeds will grow?
I want to start a flower bed, where do I start?
First, consider what kind of flowers you want to grow, different flowers have different light and temperature needs. Next,if you are near grass you will have to remove the sod, the grass layer to expose the earth underneath. Then you will need to dig down 12 inches for a really good bed and fill it with a good earth mix; earth, peat moss, lime,organic matter like compost if you can get it,fertilizer, I like bone meal,it is a slow-release formula then mix all these things together well then if you wish lay landscape fabric over the soil then put a 4 inch(I think) layer of mulch over that. Ask your local nursery/garden center about the best mulch to choose. As far as weeds go, there might always be the occasional one pop up, the trick is to pull it as soon as you see it and have professional black garden bed plastic edging installed, it keeps the grass out of the beds. If you are having a garden center do this for you, make sure you watch them like a hawk because quite often they willl try to cut corners. Stick to your guns and research all of these things carefully before hiring anyone. You have to know at least as much or more than they do so you know that you are not being taken advantage of. I do it myself if I can.
Reply:Start with the flowers ;-)
Reply:Installing a new planting bed can become overwhelming. If you're new to gardening, take some advise and don't try to do too much, too soon. Start by clearing the grass out just around the tree trunk - but this is a very important step - remove all the grass you can. If you think something like landscape cloth is going to end you weed worries, guess again. Mulch heavily between your plants. I would suggest using the pine needles that you rake up.
Begin slowly and add to the bed over time, you will become addicted.
Good luck
j
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I want to start a flower bed, where do I start?
First, consider what kind of flowers you want to grow, different flowers have different light and temperature needs. Next,if you are near grass you will have to remove the sod, the grass layer to expose the earth underneath. Then you will need to dig down 12 inches for a really good bed and fill it with a good earth mix; earth, peat moss, lime,organic matter like compost if you can get it,fertilizer, I like bone meal,it is a slow-release formula then mix all these things together well then if you wish lay landscape fabric over the soil then put a 4 inch(I think) layer of mulch over that. Ask your local nursery/garden center about the best mulch to choose. As far as weeds go, there might always be the occasional one pop up, the trick is to pull it as soon as you see it and have professional black garden bed plastic edging installed, it keeps the grass out of the beds. If you are having a garden center do this for you, make sure you watch them like a hawk because quite often they willl try to cut corners. Stick to your guns and research all of these things carefully before hiring anyone. You have to know at least as much or more than they do so you know that you are not being taken advantage of. I do it myself if I can.
Reply:Start with the flowers ;-)
Reply:Installing a new planting bed can become overwhelming. If you're new to gardening, take some advise and don't try to do too much, too soon. Start by clearing the grass out just around the tree trunk - but this is a very important step - remove all the grass you can. If you think something like landscape cloth is going to end you weed worries, guess again. Mulch heavily between your plants. I would suggest using the pine needles that you rake up.
Begin slowly and add to the bed over time, you will become addicted.
Good luck
j
choosing loops
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