{"id":83440,"date":"2023-10-03T10:47:13","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T10:47:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/?p=83440"},"modified":"2023-10-03T10:47:13","modified_gmt":"2023-10-03T10:47:13","slug":"deter-rats-from-nesting-in-your-garden-with-natural-plant-deterrents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happylifestyleinc.com\/home-and-garden\/deter-rats-from-nesting-in-your-garden-with-natural-plant-deterrents\/","title":{"rendered":"Deter rats from nesting in your garden with \u2018natural\u2019 plant \u2018deterrents’"},"content":{"rendered":"

Aphids: RHS gardening expert gives tips for dealing with pests<\/h3>\n

Rats will often hide under decking, in greenhouses or in sheds, and they can be quite hard to spot.<\/p>\n

Common signs of rats in the garden include tunnels and runs which are found along walls and fences, around 10cm wide.<\/p>\n

The experts at Checkatrade said small droppings as well as gnawed wood and teeth marks are also a sure sign you\u2019ve got a rat infestation in your garden.<\/p>\n

Luckily, there are various ways to get rid of an infestation, although the best defence is to prevent it from happening in the first place.<\/p>\n

They explained: \u201cAs rats require good sources of shelter, food and water, we advise removing one of these things from your garden initially to see if the issue goes away.<\/p>\n

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\u201cIf this isn\u2019t possible or you have a larger infestation, then you might need to call in a professional to help you deal with the issue.”<\/p>\n

Gardeners should keep on top of maintenance so that rats have fewer places to hide as well as remove bird feeders.<\/p>\n

If you notice rats living in an outbuilding such as a shed, don\u2019t panic, this is extremely common as they\u2019re often dry and secure in there.<\/p>\n

It is important to use humane methods to get rid of rats, and the experts recommended removing all clutter and plugging up any holes as this will cut off the entry point.<\/p>\n

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They explained: \u201cLive cages also work. However, when you trap a rat or two, you\u2019ll need to release them at least a mile from your home to avoid them returning.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe recommend your humane approach, but make sure you never touch the rat or let it infect your home or car by covering the cage in old sheets. Dispose of your new friend immediately to avoid a recurring infestation.\u201d<\/p>\n

Britons can use peppermint oil to deter rats from \u201csetting up camp\u201d as they hate the strong scent.<\/p>\n

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Mint can also be used as a plant both in the garden and in the home which is \u201cvery offensive\u201d towards rodents.<\/p>\n

The smell of garlic is said to be \u201crepulsive\u201d to rats and if they get too close to the plant \u201cthey\u2019ll think twice\u201d.<\/p>\n

Other strong scents despised by rats include catnip which acts as a \u201cnatural deterrent\u201d as well as lavender.<\/p>\n

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