Keeping Squirrels Out of Potted Plants Outside
Keeping squirrels away from your potted plants outside can be a challenge. Here are some tips on how to keep them away:
Make it Hard for Them to Reach
Squirrels can be clever and if they’re determined, sometimes even the most rigorous of plans won’t work. To make it harder for them to reach your plants:
- Put the pots in a hanging planter or elevated box. This will keep the plants away from a squirrel’s reach.
- Use a squirrel-proof trellis. Place the trellis around the plants to make it harder for them to reach.
- Add a layer of pebbles, cement, or gravel on the ground. Not only will this discourage the squirrels, but it will also add an ornamental touch to the garden.
Install A Barrier
Installing a barrier is an effective way to protect your plants from squirrels. Here are some options for a barrier:
- Fencing: Install a two or three-foot-high wire fence around the perimeter of your garden. Make sure the fence is tall enough that the squirrels can’t jump over it.
- Netting: Install netting over the plants or put it inside a planter box. This will make it hard for the squirrels to access the plants.
- Spray: Purchase a Squirrel Deterrent spray and spray the base of the plants. The smell of the spray will usually deter squirrels from coming near your plants.
Following these tips can help keep squirrels away from your potted plants outside. However, it is important to remember that squirrels may still try to access the plants, so it is important to keep an eye out and monitor where they are accessing the plants from.
