How to Use Rose Prunings As a Dog Deterrent
Prune roses as usual., Make a pile of the prunings in a barrow or container such as the one shown in the image above., Select areas of the garden where your dog has been making a nuisance of itself and ruining the soil or plants.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Prune roses as usual.
Wear gloves to ensure that you do not prick yourself when moving the prunings about. , Spread the rose prunings around the soil of this area.
This will deter your dog from entering the area, owing to the thorns.
If you don't need to garden this patch in a hurry, the prunings will eventually rot down into the garden; if not, see "Tips". -
Step 2: Make a pile of the prunings in a barrow or container such as the one shown in the image above.
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Step 3: Select areas of the garden where your dog has been making a nuisance of itself and ruining the soil or plants.
Detailed Guide
Wear gloves to ensure that you do not prick yourself when moving the prunings about. , Spread the rose prunings around the soil of this area.
This will deter your dog from entering the area, owing to the thorns.
If you don't need to garden this patch in a hurry, the prunings will eventually rot down into the garden; if not, see "Tips".
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