How to Get Rid of a Squirrel From Your Garden 
There are several ways to get rid of squirrels in your garden. You can use traps, Distraction stations, peppermint plants, or hot chilies. Peppermint plants are particularly toxic to squirrels, and snowdrops can also help you get rid of the problem. You can also use hot chilies or peppermint oil to repel the squirrels. All of these methods will help you get rid of squirrels and keep your garden pest-free.
Trap method
There are two main methods for getting rid of a squirrel in your garden: poisoning and traps. While poisons are an effective way to kill a squirrel, they can also cause harm to children and pets. Poisons like strychnine can cause tremors, seizures, and pain in the animal. If you’re interested in getting rid of a squirrel, the best way to do this is with a trap.
The first trap method to get rid of a squirrel from your garden is to place a screen door in the garden. If the door opens outward, place chicken wire around the edge of the door. Make sure that the wire overlaps the fence by about three to four inches. Using liquid repellents can also keep the squirrel from exploiting the hole in the screen door. If you do use the trap method, make sure you cover the door and the surrounding area.
Distraction stations
When it comes to repelling a squirrel, it’s important to keep plants that they enjoy out of the reach of the critter. Plants that squirrels don’t like include daffodils, snowdrops, and alliums. Other plants that squirrels dislike are autumn crocus, Spanish bluebells, and Muscari. If you can’t keep them away with flowers, you can use motion-activated air blasters.
Providing the squirrel with food is a controversial way to keep squirrels away from your garden. While it may work in the short term, it could also end up drawing them in even more. If this is the case, you may want to place a squirrel feeder somewhere away from the garden. Other methods include planting extra tomatoes around bird feeders and garden beds. Adding a squirrel feeder to the area may also help deter squirrels.
Peppermint plants
One effective way to keep squirrels from ruining your flower beds and garden is to use peppermint plants. These plants are highly aromatic, making them very effective in repelling squirrels. Peppermint plants are part of the mint family, and can be planted indoors or outdoors. The oil from peppermint is also very effective at repelling squirrels. Be sure to dilute peppermint oil before applying it.
You can also make your own peppermint spray. Mix two parts vinegar with one part water. You can use either white or apple cider vinegar. Apply the solution to the leaves of the plants or spray the entire area. Make sure to avoid using this repellent on hot days and do not place it in direct sunlight. Peppermint spray can also be used to deter squirrels from stealing fruit from your garden.
Hot chilies
If you have a garden full of plants and are frustrated with squirrels munching away at the bird seed and vegetables, you may be tempted to use pepper spray to frighten them away. Pepper spray made from cayenne peppers is very effective in repelling squirrels and is non-toxic, which makes it a perfect solution for garden pest problems. Simply puree the peppers, strain them through a cheesecloth, and then add 1 gallon of water. You can also apply a few pepper sprays to the plants and around the base of your trees or shrubs.
Hot peppers contain capsaicin, which is highly effective in deterring squirrels. Several commercially available deterrents also work well to keep squirrels away from your garden. These include cayenne pepper and chili powder, which are also effective deterrents. You can sprinkle the peppers on your garden soil or plant parts, depending on the extent of your squirrel problem.
Decoy predators
One of the most effective ways to get rid of squirrels in your garden is to use decoy predators. Decoys are small animals that are often misconstrued to be real creatures. These decoys can be placed in your garden, patio, or roof. The squirrels will think that the decoy is a real predator and run away. You can also use a predator scent or predator urine spray on the decoys. By spraying this area with the spray, the squirrel will assume that there are predators present and they will run away.
Squirrels are notorious pests in gardens, as they will dig up your soil and eat your garden vegetables. They are also known for chewing up your plants and seeds. Some gardeners are also concerned about the squirrels stealing bird food. Luckily, it is not as difficult as it sounds. You can buy a Decoy Predator or a Live Decoy to scare them away.
Plants to keep squirrels out of your garden
Squirrels love many types of flowers and plants. You should try planting a variety of these to repel them. Try putting up barriers or shields around bulbs and ground crops. Consider using fencing that is up to a foot deep and use it to discourage squirrels from digging beneath it. Or, you could plant companion plants that discourage them, such as lily-of-the-valley or geraniums. These plants also emit a skunk-like smell that squirrels will not enjoy.
Peppermint is another natural repellent. Since this herb is highly aversion-inducing, it will ward off squirrels. Sprinkle some on the soil or plant leaves, or mix it with petroleum jelly. In addition, there are some sprays available in home improvement stores that contain the urine of a squirrel predator. These repellents are very effective and can be applied to the soil or directly on the plants to deter the squirrels.
How do you get rid of a squirrel in your garden?
Answer 1: You can get rid of a squirrel in your garden by trapping it and removing it from the area by making your garden less attractive to squirrels or by using chemical repellents.
What kind of trap can you use to catch a squirrel?
Answer 2: A live trap is the most common type of trap used to catch a squirrel.
How do you make your garden less attractive to squirrels?
Answer 3: You can make your garden less attractive to squirrels by removing food sources such as bird feeders and by making the area less hospitable such as by trimming back trees and bushes.
What kind of chemical repellent can you use to get rid of a squirrel?
Answer 4: There are a variety of chemical repellents that can be used to get rid of a squirrel such as mothballs ultrasonic devices and spray-on repellents.
How do you remove a squirrel from your property?
Answer 5: Once you have caught a squirrel in a trap you will need to take it a few miles away from your property and release it in an area where it will be able to find food and shelter.
What should you do if you find a sick or injured squirrel on your property?
Answer 6: If you find a sick or injured squirrel on your property you should contact a wildlife rehabilitation center in your area.
What should you do if you find a dead squirrel on your property?
Answer 7: If you find a dead squirrel on your property you should dispose of it in a trash bag and place it in a garbage can.
How can you prevent squirrels from getting into your garden in the first place?
Answer 8: You can prevent squirrels from getting into your garden by using physical barriers such as fences or netting or by using chemical repellents.
What is the best time of year to get rid of a squirrel problem?
Answer 9: The best time of year to get rid of a squirrel problem is in the late fall or early winter when squirrels are less active.
How often do you need to use a repellent to keep squirrels away?
Answer 10: The frequency with which you need to use a repellent to keep squirrels away will depend on the type of repellent you are using.
Some repellents such as ultrasonic devices need to be used continuously while others such as spray-on repellents need to be applied on a monthly basis.
What are the consequences of using a live trap to catch a squirrel?
Answer 11: The consequences of using a live trap to catch a squirrel include the possibility that the squirrel will be injured the trap will not be effective or you will catch an unintended animal.
What are the consequences of using a chemical repellent to get rid of a squirrel?
Answer 12: The consequences of using a chemical repellent to get rid of a squirrel include the possibility that the repellent will be ineffective the squirrel will become accustomed to the repellent or you will harm other animals or plants.
What are the consequences of using a physical barrier to keep squirrels out of your garden?
Answer 13: The consequences of using a physical barrier to keep squirrels out of your garden include the possibility that the barrier will be ineffective or you will harm other animals or plants.
What are the consequences of doing nothing to get rid of a squirrel problem?
Answer 14: The consequences of doing nothing to get rid of a squirrel problem include the possibility that the problem will persist or worsen or you will harm other animals or plants.
What are some other methods for getting rid of a squirrel problem?
Answer 15: Some other methods for getting rid of a squirrel problem include using a scarecrow using a noise maker or using a light.
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.
