The physical barrier is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of keeping squirrels out of your bird feeder. Ideally, after a barrier is applied, your bird food will be easy to get ...

Our master gardener reveals the strategies she employs to keep squirrels away from her raised beds, whether it's using wire, ...

Do squirrels at your bird feeders drive you nuts? You’re not alone. One of the most common questions we get here at Birds & Blooms is “How can I keep squirrels off my bird feeders?” So we’ve rounded ...

If you’re not sure if you have a pest problem, here are some ways to tell. The bulbs are damaged or missing. Squirrels, groundhogs and chipmunks frequently dig up new bulbs. They either eat them or ...

Have you ever gone to pick your tomatoes, only to find out your neighborhood squirrels cleaned you out? You are not alone, and today we'll look at what you can do to keep squirrels away from tomato ...

Q: I’ve suspected that animals are nesting in my attic for a while, and recently I’ve noticed lots of squirrel activity in the trees surrounding my roof. Is it possible that I have squirrels in my ...

Cayenne pepper does irritate and deter squirrels, but it is not the most effective method for keeping them away. The most effective deterrent for squirrels is to take away the things attracting them ...

As a gardener I haven’t experienced squirrels in my yard. My dogs seem to keep them at bay. But I was recently reading through Texas A&M AgriLife publications and found a great article about how large ...

A few simple steps can keep your bird feed going to its intended recipients instead of those puffy-tailed sneaks. By John Alexander Published Jul 26, 2025 1:00 PM EDT We may earn revenue from the ...

If you’re not sure if you have a pest problem, here are some ways to tell. One way to protect your crops is to set up a barrier with garden covers such as nets, crop cages, tents or hardware cloth.