The mole as a beneficial insect
The only downside to one Mole in the garden are the unsightly molehills... Otherwise its presence is a real blessing for every garden, because:
- Moles dig up the earth and thus ensure good ventilation and good soil quality
- Moles are great pest eaters and keep the garden free of white grubs, caterpillars and the like.
- Moles drive away mice and other pests
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So think twice before driving a mole away. Perhaps the many advantages outweigh the only disadvantages?
Tips
Moles are under protection and may not be killed or hunted!
Do mothballs work against moles?
It is well known that moles see very badly, but they smell all the better. Driving away with odorants is therefore a sensible strategy to gently move the protected animal to move. However, this method has proven to be very ineffective in practice. Experience reports show a very low success rate.
Use smells against moles
Still, scenting away is a good option in and of itself. However, to have a better chance of success, there are a few things to keep in mind:
- Combine different smells like mothballs, garlic or Butyric acid.
- Put the home remedies directly in the hills or in the passages and then dig them up again.
- Dig the funds into mounds or passageways at multiple points.
- Renew the fragrant means every few days.
Tips
Use only mothballs with natural ingredients. Some products may contain chemicals, such as paradichlorobenzene or naphthalene, which can harm the animals in the soil and can also harm the mole.
