If I planted stinging nettles

We have a problem with skunks and rats around here, also raccoons. If I rip out the garden along the fence and plant tons of stinging nettles do you think that would keep them from hiding underneath? Is there something better for this?

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ArishMell · 70-79, M

The smaller animals at least would most likely find ways through at ground-level.

Lilnonames · F

Repellents and Motion Deterrents
• Spray natural irritants: Apply homemade capsaicin sprays (made with boiled peppers, onions, and cayenne) or commercial options like Bonide Repels-All Granules around the garden perimeter.
• Use activated sprinklers: Set up motion-activated tools like the Havahart Critter Ridder Sprinkler to startle nocturnal visitors with a quick burst of water.
• Rotate scent deterrents: Change out scent barriers, such as predator urine or strong essential oils, every few weeks so pests do not adapt to them

mazedona · 22-25, F

The best thing is to put up some tall fences; the fact is that most American houses don't have protective structures around them, which I find surreal.

SoftIceCream

@mazedona I dunno, it seems within a week something has dug under it, through it or just climbs over top, especially rats, but also skunks, possums and raccoons. If we had bears or coyotes they would be through a fence pretty quickly too.

myotherlife · 61-69, M

Try spreading hot sauce in the area

ninalanyon · 70-79, T

@myotherlife I read somewhere that chilli powder deters rats too.

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