How to Stop Squirrels Digging up Corn Seeds
After planting the corn seeds, place squirrel deterrent around the planted seed area., Provide alternative and easier-to-get food - this method is known as "diversion feeding"., Place a wooden or plastic owl on a pole near the garden., Consider...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: After planting the corn seeds
Purchase synthetic squirrel repellent granules and sprinkle them around the planted corn in accordance with the instructions on the packaging. -
Step 2: place squirrel deterrent around the planted seed area.
Place some ceramic bowls of tasty treats for the squirrels at the edge of the garden bed.
Either purchase commercially prepared squirrel feed or make your own.
The idea behind this is the squirrels will prefer the easy food versus the food that needs to be dug up. , As owls are natural enemies of squirrels, this may work as a good deterrent., The seeds are not the only part of the corn threatened; the squirrels will be delighted to relieve you of your corn crop from the moment the seedlings appear through to the growth of mature cobs of corn! A mesh fence might be a good investment if you intend growing corn regularly.
If you also have rabbits, bury the fence 1 foot (0.3 m) deep, and build it 3 foot (0.9 m) high.Ensure there is no overhang from branches that they can launch themselves from into the vegetable patch.
Bench the top 4 inches (10cm) of the fence over the discourage the climbers.
In addition, lay mesh over the freshly planted corn to stop digging for the seed.If you do build this fence, you can also cover the top with finer mesh to deter bird pests. -
Step 3: Provide alternative and easier-to-get food - this method is known as "diversion feeding".
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Step 4: Place a wooden or plastic owl on a pole near the garden.
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Step 5: Consider constructing a mesh fence enclosure around the corn.
Detailed Guide
Purchase synthetic squirrel repellent granules and sprinkle them around the planted corn in accordance with the instructions on the packaging.
Place some ceramic bowls of tasty treats for the squirrels at the edge of the garden bed.
Either purchase commercially prepared squirrel feed or make your own.
The idea behind this is the squirrels will prefer the easy food versus the food that needs to be dug up. , As owls are natural enemies of squirrels, this may work as a good deterrent., The seeds are not the only part of the corn threatened; the squirrels will be delighted to relieve you of your corn crop from the moment the seedlings appear through to the growth of mature cobs of corn! A mesh fence might be a good investment if you intend growing corn regularly.
If you also have rabbits, bury the fence 1 foot (0.3 m) deep, and build it 3 foot (0.9 m) high.Ensure there is no overhang from branches that they can launch themselves from into the vegetable patch.
Bench the top 4 inches (10cm) of the fence over the discourage the climbers.
In addition, lay mesh over the freshly planted corn to stop digging for the seed.If you do build this fence, you can also cover the top with finer mesh to deter bird pests.
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