Missing garden produce and large burrows dug in lawns can be signs that groundhogs are near.
What Are Groundhogs?
Groundhogs are rodents that belong to the marmot or ground squirrel family.
Credit:Vicki Jauron, Babylon and Beyond Photography / Getty Images
Groundhogs are most active in spring and summer but spend their winters underground hibernating.
Removing groundhogs can be tricky, so prevention is always best.
Install Fencing
Fencing your gardentakes work, but its the best way to prevent groundhog problems.
Choose sturdy fencing made of poultry wire or 2-inch hardware cloth.
Some of these products work better than others, but kitty litter should never be used in food gardens.
Natural deterrent products work best when combined with other groundhog repellants, like fencing and companion plants.
Sprays usually need to be reapplied regularly and after heavy rains.
Sonic spikes, scare tape, pinwheels, and motion-activated sprinkler systems can also keep groundhogs at bay.
you’ve got the option to also use these crops ascompanion plantsfor vulnerable vegetables.
If you gotta remove troublesome groundhogs, its best to work with a professional pest control company.
They rarely travel more than 100 feet from their homes.
After setting the trap, check the trap regularly so the captured groundhog doesnt stay confined for long.
Release the groundhog 10 to 20 miles away from human habitation.
