How do I keep cats out of my vegetable starts?
Mike F asked:
I am starting some tomatoes and basil inside and I couldn’t figure what was eating the tips of them. I have since discovered that one of my cats is biting at them. Any suggestions of a natural way I can repeal the cats from doing this?
Cat Care - Everything you need to know
I am starting some tomatoes and basil inside and I couldn’t figure what was eating the tips of them. I have since discovered that one of my cats is biting at them. Any suggestions of a natural way I can repeal the cats from doing this?
Cat Care - Everything you need to know
November 24th, 2008 6:27 am
You can buy a bitter apple spray that will deter the cats but not harm the plants. Otherwise, I suggest some kind of clear cover to keep the cats out.
November 26th, 2008 8:32 pm
I have heard that cats don’t like the smell of citrus so maybe if you spray something that smells like oranges….?
November 27th, 2008 9:28 am
I always struggled with keeping cats out of my outdoor beds and pots. I usually kept sticks poked down into the dirt to keep them out. Inside is a different story. I would recommend either putting the plants in a room where the cats can’t go or spraying the plants with red pepper mixed with water. It won’t hurt the plants, but the cats will hate it.