How coffee grounds can save your garden from voles
Voles look quite cute, but their activity in the garden can cause severe damage. That's why, as soon as you notice traces of their presence, it's worth taking action. A drink loved by many people can help.
14 July 2024 14:27
Voles, like moles, are particularly troublesome garden pests. These small rodents, which resemble hamsters, can cause severe damage. They gnaw on roots and shrubs, eat seeds, and leave numerous holes in the ground.
They are most active at night, so you don't always notice them immediately. However, it's worth taking immediate action if you realise they are destroying your garden and plot.
Homemade ways to deal with voles: reach for a popular drink
You don't need to resort to complicated traps to get rid of these harmful rodents from our plots or gardens. It's worth using something that everyone probably has at home and most likely uses daily.
It's about coffee, specifically the grounds left after brewing it. Sprinkle them into the holes dug by the voles, and the smell of coffee will effectively drive these unwanted tenants away. It's worth repeating this procedure regularly to ensure that the voles won't want to return.
Natural repellents
If you don't drink coffee, nothing is lost. Voles also dislike other scents. They are particularly irritated by garlic, mint, spurge, and black currant plants. So, it’s worth planting these in the garden, as they will keep the pests away.
Additionally, it's worth remembering to regularly carry out tidying work in the plot – mowing the grass, removing fallen leaves, and pulling out weeds. This way, you'll quickly notice the appearance of uninvited guests in the garden, which will speed up the start of the fight for your plants.
