Get rid of moles humanely





An oil once commonly used as a home remedy is now gaining popularity as a way to solve a lawn-care problem.


Ranging in color from clear to greenish, castor oil comes from the seeds of the castor bean.


For years it was used as a home remedy to ease digestive problems. But increasingly, homeowners are turning to this substance as a way to defend their properties against unwelcome invasions by moles.


This destructive pest’s appetite can be voracious––often eating more than their weight in food every day.


When searching for food, moles are very active tunnelers, often moving at a rate of 12 to 15 feet per hour. These burrows can damage lawns and gardens.


While moles seldom feed on plant materials, mice may follow mole burrows, damaging bulbs and plant roots.


Gardening and wildlife experts aren’t sure why castor oil seems to work as a repellent, but they agree that the use of natural castor oil that is cold pressed and processed drives the pests away and is safe for the environment.


Baar Products, a distributor of natural castor oil, offers the following recipe for a preparation that it says not only gets rid of moles, but voles and gophers as well.


At the same time, it’s 100 percent natural and safe for your pets.


Safe, Simple Mole Formula


Apply with garden hose and sprayer. Use 1 cup castor oil and 1 cup liquid dish soap. Put mixture in 20 gallon sprayer attached to a water hose. The sprayer does the proper ratio and the water evaporates. For best results, apply after a thorough watering.


This story was provided by the North American Precis Syndicate.



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