Are you tired of the holes that you find everyday in your lawn? You might have noticed the annoying mole that burrows around your prized petunias or your well kept grass. You try searching online about what the best pest repellent there is out in the market but to no avail.
A seasoned gardener will tell you that the solution to your mole or gopher problems is granular castor oil. One of the uses for castor oil in its granular form is controlling the ground pests in your garden. Though this form does not actually harm or kill the animals; it simply irritates them that they do not burrow on the areas where there is an application of the granules.
How does Castor Oil in Granular Form Get Rid of the Pests?
Typically, the granules are spread over the areas where you want to keep off limits to the pests. The granules need to be wet so that they are dissolved—you can do this by watering the areas or through rainfall. Once the granules are wet, they emit an irritating smell which repels the pests from burrowing or feeding off your plants.
Studies show that the efficacy of granular castor oil lasts for months. That assures you that you can have a worry-free vacation and go home to a lovely garden. But in order for the granules to be effective, the areas of spread should be distributed equally, otherwise it is not as effective and you might still wake up to a ruined lawn.
It is best to consult a professional before you yourself spread the granules over your garden. You should know what the potential harm the granules can do to you in case you accidentally swallow or irritate your eyes with them. Have a great garden without risking your safety.
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