How to Keep a Squirrel Out of Flowers 
If you want to keep a squirrel from gnawing on your flowers, you should know that there are several ways to prevent them. The first method involves inter-planting your edible bulbs with non-appetizing ones. Another method involves using granules, chicken wire, or even a repellent spray. Once these methods work, you can apply them regularly to deter the varmints.
Interplanting tasty bulbs with those that don’t appeal to the varmints
If you’d like to protect your bulbs from rodents, interplanting tasty ones with those that don’t appeal to squirrel’s palate is the way to go. Squirrels rely on plant-based materials for protein and fat to survive. Although most nuts are excellent sources of protein, nut crops will become scarce as the weather turns colder. Planting starchy flower bulbs, such as tulips, will deter squirrels from eating them.
When interplanting bulbs in your garden, choose those that are not particularly tasty to squirrels. You can mix in tulips, which bloom in spring and can grow to a foot or more. These bulbs are not particularly tasty to digging rodents and are not very attractive to them. For optimal results, use tulips in groups of three or four. These bulbs will provide beautiful spring blooms next year.
Making a repellent spray
A homemade repellent spray to keep a squirrel out your flowers can be a simple and effective way to deter a nuisance wildlife from your yard. Luckily, there are many options available, and most ingredients can be found in your home. You can also make your own, and you can even experiment with essential oils. Mint is a very effective deterrent. Mix equal parts white vinegar and peppermint oil in a spray bottle, and spray the mixture on your flowers to keep squirrels away.
Another natural repellent spray for squirrels is apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar contains sulfur that can corrode delicate plants. Be sure to monitor the plants carefully, and reapply when necessary. Also, avoid using pure vinegar, which can damage your plants. To use apple cider vinegar in your garden, first spray an absorbent object near your flowers, and then repeat every few days.
Using chicken wire as a barrier
Using chicken wire as a barrier to a flower bed is an effective way to deter a squirrel from eating your flowers. This versatile barrier can be made of a variety of materials, and comes in various sizes and mesh sizes. Smaller mesh sizes are effective against larger rodents, while larger mesh sizes keep out smaller pests. However, you should consider the size of the hole in the wire.
A wire that is too small to fit a squirrel’s body is too narrow. You may want to use wire with a smaller mesh size, such as three/8 inch. This will prevent a squirrel from snatching a flower from its trellis. Squirrels will simply try to dig through this wire, so choose a smaller size.
Using granules
If you are tired of having a squirrel digging through your flowers, try granules. The granules are biodegradable, so they won’t harm your plants. You can sprinkle the granules around the perimeter of your flower beds and wait two months before seeing any effects. A squirrel will usually stay away after two months. You may have to repeat the process as often as necessary to keep the problem at bay.
Another effective method for keeping squirrels away from your garden is to use decoy stations. Place a station near your flowers, containing sunflower seeds, and then put a lid over it. Alternatively, you can install a cage or cover on your flower beds. To prevent the squirrel from entering your flower beds, you can use plastic bird netting or summer weight row covers.
Using traps
If you have flowers in your yard, you probably want to prevent squirrels from eating them and digging them up. Fortunately, there are humane and easy methods of avoiding this problem. Plants that squirrels dislike include daffodils, crocus, sweet William, irises, and even mint. But keep in mind that squirrels can overtake the entire garden and your favorite flowers if left unchecked.
If you want to keep a squirrel from digging your flowers, a trap is a good solution. But you need to make sure the trap is anchored so that it won’t hurt the animals. The trap will set off when a squirrel digs up the newspaper. The trap will not spring up when the squirrel is caught, so it is unlikely that it will catch the animal. Squirrels don’t like sudden movements or loud noises, and so they will usually flee.
What is the best way to keep a squirrel out of flowers?
The best way to keep a squirrel out of flowers is to use a squirrel-proof fence.
What other methods can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers?
Other methods that can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers include using bird netting repellents or planting squirrel-resistant plants.
What kind of fence is best to use to keep a squirrel out of flowers?
A squirrel-proof fence is the best type of fence to use to keep a squirrel out of flowers.
How high does a squirrel-proof fence need to be?
A squirrel-proof fence needs to be at least six feet high.
What kind of netting can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers?
Bird netting can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers.
What is one type of repellent that can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers?
One type of repellent that can be used to keep a squirrel out of flowers is a commercial squirrel repellent.
How often does a commercial squirrel repellent need to be applied?
A commercial squirrel repellent needs to be applied every two weeks.
What other animals will a commercial squirrel repellent keep out of flowers?
A commercial squirrel repellent will also keep rabbits deer and groundhogs out of flowers.
What are some squirrel-resistant plants?
Some squirrel-resistant plants include marigolds daffodils and impatiens.
Do squirrel-resistant plants need to be treated with a repellent?
No squirrel-resistant plants do not need to be treated with a repellent.
Will a squirrel-resistant plant keep all squirrels away?
No a squirrel-resistant plant will not keep all squirrels away.
What is the best way to keep a squirrel from getting into a garden?
The best way to keep a squirrel from getting into a garden is to use a squirrel-proof fence.
How often does a squirrel-proof fence need to be checked?
A squirrel-proof fence needs to be checked every few months to make sure it is still effective.
What are some other ways to keep a squirrel from getting into a garden?
Other ways to keep a squirrel from getting into a garden include using bird netting repellents or planting squirrel-resistant plants.
What should be done if a squirrel is seen in a garden?
If a squirrel is seen in a garden the best course of action is to scare it away by making loud noises.
Jessica Watson is a PHD holder from the University of Washington. She studied behavior and interaction between squirrels and has presented her research in several wildlife conferences including TWS Annual Conference in Winnipeg.
