The rat has a stocky body, short fur and a long, hairless tail. Many people confuse it with a mouse, but a rat is definitely longer and heavier. Due to inappropriate water, pollution and other threats, its life is quite short. However, it reproduces relatively quickly, so you may have a real invasion in your garden if you do not expel the pest in time. One plant will help you with this.
What smell repels rats? Plant this plant next to your garbage can
Rats appear in both large cities and villages. They can often be found in garbage cans and basements, where they can easily find food. They used to prowl mainly at night, but now they are not afraid to show themselves during the day. Animals have good hearing and a well-developed sense of smell and taste. It’s the smell that they look for.
If you want to get rid of pests, you do not have to buy special preparations in a gardening store. Just plant black elderberry next to the garbage can. It contains sambunigrin and prunasin, which are harmful to humans and animals. Additionally, it emits benzaldehyde and hydrogen cyanide, which are famous for their irritating properties. That’s why the smell of elderberry will effectively deter rats from your property.
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How to expel pests from the garden? These plants are the natural enemy of rats
Black elderberry likes sunny or semi-shaded positions. It grows best in moderately permeable soil, enriched with nitrogen and calcium. It does not need frequent fertilization. Instead, dry and damaged shoots should be pruned regularly, especially in spring. Planting elderberry is not the only way to drive rats out of your garden. Animals do not like the smell of wild mint, tansy, spurge, chamomile, lavender, basil and fresh tomato leaves. You can also place garlic cloves or lemon pieces in places where pests appear. Rats actually cannot stand their intense aroma.
Source: Gazeta
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