As we all know, moles rarely eat plants in gardens and fields, but they can dig tunnels and damage the roots of your plants and crops.
Although moles are not harmful animals, they are a nuisance. These mammals live underground, have a striking appearance(hairless pointy nose and small eyes), and eat very little plant matter. Moles can dig holes in your fields or gardens, damaging the roots of plants and crops. The holes they dig can also attract mice and rats, providing them with a place to live.
However, it’s easy to tell if your property is infested with moles. Just look for volcano-shaped mounds of dirt in your yard. After research and analysis by experts, it was concluded that “moles prefer moist and fertile soil. They go out to forage in the early morning or evening of spring and autumn when the temperature is suitable. They also come out after rain.”
The following guide will give you a clear introduction on how to get rid of moles.
1.Planting Flowers That Repel Moles
If you’re looking for a natural way to keep moles away, our advice is to plant some plants that moles hate. “Daffodils, marigolds, mole plants, alliums, caladiums, and castor beans can all deter moles from entering the garden.” These plants grow quickly and can reduce moisture in the soil, making the environment less hospitable for moles.
2.Try The Store Bought Insect Repellent
Alternatively, you can sprinkle some granular repellent around the garden. Castor oil is a good natural repellent. This way, moles will stay away from your garden. However, castor seeds are toxic, so be careful around children and pets.
3.Catch With A Moles Catching Tool
Mole traps can be purchased online. It is your most effective and cost-effective choice. If your garden or farm has been invaded by moles, place mole traps near the tunnels or areas where they frequent and wait for the moles to take the bait. Be sure to check the traps every day so that they can be removed promptly and humanely.
4.Fill The Tunnel With Water
Using water to repel moles is also a good method. All you need to do is insert a hose into the hole, turn on the hose, and water for 10 to 15 minutes.
5.Building Underground Barriers
Moles usually live 4 to 12 inches underground, so you need to dig a trench at least 12 inches deep to bury the mesh fence. The bottom of these fences is curved outward to drive moles to escape in other directions.
6.Use Mole Scarers
It’s easy to buy mole scarers on the market that scare off moles by vibrating without harming them. Most mole scarers send out a sound wave or vibration every minute to make them flee. But be aware that you need to charge it.
7.Hire Professionals
Hire a professional to deal with moles within the legal scope. But I recommend not doing this unless it is absolutely necessary, because professionals may use poison gas and traps specifically designed to kill moles, which is inhumane. And the cost of dealing with moles is also relatively expensive.
Summarize
After reading the guide, you should now have a better understanding of how to drive away moles. If you want to buy mole traps in bulk, you can choose to purchase from Hebei Crown Wealth. We have 15 years of experience in the production and export of mole traps and are a professional mole trap supplier. We also offer customization services; please contact us.