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Gardening

orthoclad

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7. I gave up on repelling them.

Reply to Paper Roses (Original post)

Wed May 10, 2023, 01:12 PM

May 2023

I seeded my lawn heavily with white clover, which they like. Distracts them from the garden. And you don't have to mow it much. Seems to work, although I lost carrot tops during the winter.

edit: I also plant garlic bulbils and bunching onion seed through the garden for insect repellent - might help with rabbits.

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Rabbit problem, need advice for home made repellent [View all] Paper Roses May 2023 OP

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