Rats are a nuisance in the garden. They damage plants, leave droppings, and carry diseases. But there are many simple, inexpensive DIY strategies to help you learn how to keep rats out of the garden.

Coming across pests in both the home and backyard is inevitable and sometimes it can't be prevented. However, there are a few ...

Q. I have noticed a lot of rat activity in my garden this spring – more than I’ve ever seen! What can I do to at least keep them out of my house? The heavier rains earlier this year have caused the ...

Wondering how to keep rats out of a compost bin? You wouldn't be the first... If you’ve been trying to stop rats in the garden but you have a compost bin, it can be tricky to keep on top of the ...

Rats are a common problem around homes and gardens. Not only do they cause structural damage and eat your plants, but they can also transmit a number of diseases. Seeing or hearing rats around your ...

Seeking guidance, Maia Brown approached the Gardening Hints and Tips Facebook group with her worry: "Rats! ! ! We've got a rat/rats visiting our garden - we see it most days. It's not nesting in or ...