Amateur gardeners often encounter the problem of cats using their garden beds as a toilet or place to play..
This behavior is not only annoying, but can also cause serious damage to plants..
Fortunately, there are many ways to keep cats away from garden beds without harming them.
Understanding cat behavior
Before you start protecting your garden beds, it is important to understand why cats love to visit your garden.
Loose soil attracts them as an ideal place for a toilet, and young plants can seem like interesting toys.Knowing these features, you can develop an effective protection strategy.
Use of repellent plants
Some plants have an odor that is unpleasant to cats.
Planting such plants around the perimeter of the beds can scare away unwanted guests.Effective repellent plants include Coleus canina, lavender, rosemary and citrus fruits.
Mulching beds
Cats don’t like to walk on uneven surfaces.Mulching beds with pine cones, branches or large pebbles can make them less attractive to cats.
This method not only repels animals, but also helps retain moisture in the soil.
Use of water repellers
Cats do not like sudden jets of water.Installing automatic sprinklers with motion sensors can be an effective deterrent.
However, this method should be used with caution so as not to harm the plants by overwatering.
Use of organic repellents
Some natural odors are unpleasant to cats.Scattering ground coffee, citrus peels, or wine vinegar around the perimeter of your garden beds can repel animals.
These products are safe for plants and are easily available.
