Overboard by Chip Dunham for February 06, 2024

How will Charlie measure those marigolds?

Do marigolds keep pesky wabbits away from veggies?

I tried planting marigolds in my garden once. They were immediately devoured by snails. Fortunately, the ship likely doesn’t have this problem.

I never noticed this before, but it looks like Raymond, the dog that always dressed like a green ship dog, has gotten rid of his green colored hat and shirt!

Good morning Crew!

And the return of raymond ,sans the green shirt

Garden fencing has smaller squares at the bottom and larger squares at the top.

Being in a thoroughly rotten mood and bored spitless, I turned to my old friend, Research. The subject is: “What Scents Repell Rabbits.” I liked the following.

25 SMELLS THAT REPEL RABBITS BY ASHLEY DAY, A-Z ANIMALS*

There are various smells that rabbits find unpleasant, and utilizing these scents can help repel them effectively. By incorporating these odors into your garden or applying them strategically, you can create a barrier that deters rabbits from entering.

1. Predator Urine – The scent of predators, such as foxes or coyotes, triggers fear responses in rabbits. Using commercially available predator urine products, which mimic these predator scents, can create the illusion of a predator presence and deter rabbits effectively.

2. Blood Meal – Blood meal, a byproduct of the meat industry, has a strong and distinct odor that repels rabbits. Sprinkling blood meal around plants or on the ground near susceptible areas can create an unpleasant scent barrier for rabbits.

3. Garlic – A popular smell that rabbits hate is the pungent odor of garlic is known to repel rabbits. Planting garlic bulbs or using garlic sprays can help deter rabbits from entering your garden.

4. Onions – Like garlic, onions emit a pungent scent that rabbits find unpleasant. Planting onions or using onion sprays can be an effective way to repel them.

5. Mint – The strong aroma of mint is offensive to rabbits. Planting mint around your garden or using mint sprays can help deter them.

6. Thyme – Thyme is another herb with a scent that rabbits dislike. Planting thyme in your garden can act as a natural deterrent.

7. Sage – Sage has a strong fragrance that repels rabbits. Planting sage or using sage sprays can help deter their presence.

8. Rosemary – The scent of rosemary is unappealing to rabbits. Planting rosemary bushes or using rosemary sprays can help repel them.

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9. Lavender – Surprisingly, lavender is a smell that rabbits hate. It has a pleasant scent for humans but is off-putting to rabbits. Planting lavender bushes or using lavender sprays can act as a deterrent.

10. Daffodils – Rabbits have an aversion to daffodils due to their strong odor. Planting daffodils can help protect your garden from rabbit damage.

11. Marigolds – The pungent smell of marigolds repels rabbits. Planting marigolds around vulnerable plants can act as a natural deterrent.

12. Eucalyptus – Rabbits dislike the powerful scent of eucalyptus. Planting eucalyptus trees or using eucalyptus sprays can help repel them.

13. Hot Peppers – Rabbits are sensitive to the heat of hot peppers, making them a potent repellent. Sprinkling crushed hot pepper flakes or using pepper sprays can deter rabbits effectively.

14. Cayenne Pepper – Similar to hot peppers, cayenne pepper has a strong scent that repels rabbits. Sprinkling cayenne pepper around plants or using cayenne pepper sprays can deter them.

15. Black Pepper – The intense aroma of black pepper can deter rabbits. Sprinkling black pepper or using pepper sprays can help protect your garden.

16. Cinnamon – Another peculiar smell that rabbits hate is cinnamon. Rabbits find the scent of cinnamon unpleasant. Sprinkling cinnamon powder around plants or using cinnamon sprays can deter them.

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17. Coffee Grounds – The scent of used coffee grounds can repel rabbits. Sprinkling coffee grounds around plants or creating a coffee ground spray can act as a deterrent.

18. Tea Bags – Placing used tea bags around plants can release a scent that rabbits dislike. Regularly replenishing the tea bags can help maintain their effectiveness.

19. Citrus Peels – The astringent smell of citrus, such as orange or lemon peels, can deter rabbits. Placing citrus peels around plants or using citrus sprays can help repel them.

20. Vinegar – The sharp odor of vinegar can be adequate in repelling rabbits. Mixing equal parts of vinegar and water and spraying it around vulnerable areas can act as a deterrent. \\\Ginnie’s note: Because vinegar is a fair weed killer, I wouldn’t use it here. ///

21. Ammonia – Rabbits dislike the intense smell of ammonia. Soaking rags or cotton balls in ammonia and placing them near rabbit-prone areas can help repel them.\\\Ginnie’s note: Overuse of ammonia kills grass and other plants.///

22. Soap – Another interesting smell rabbits hate is particular soaps. Certain strong-scented soaps, such as Irish Spring, can deter rabbits. Hanging bars of soap or grating soap around the garden can create a scent barrier that repels them.

23. Rotten Eggs – The pungent smell of rotten eggs can be offensive to rabbits. Mixing water with rotten egg solution or using sulfur-based repellents can help deter them.

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24. Fish Emulsion – The disrupting odor of fish emulsion is unappealing to rabbits. Applying fish emulsion fertilizers around vulnerable plants can act as a deterrent.

25. Rue – Rabbits dislike the pungent scent of rue. Planting rue in your garden or using rue sprays can help repel them.

“It is important to note that while these smells are generally effective in repelling rabbits, individual preferences may vary. Though there are many smells rabbits hate, some rabbits may become accustomed to certain odors over time. Therefore, rotating or combining different smells is recommended to maintain their effectiveness.

“Incorporating a variety of smells that rabbits find unpleasant can help repel them from gardens and landscapes. Utilizing predator urine, blood meal, garlic, onions, mint, thyme, and other mentioned scents, along with rotten eggs, fish emulsion, and rue, can create a powerful scent barrier that deters rabbits from entering your desired areas. By employing these natural and accessible repellents, you can protect your plants and spaces effectively.”

From the Article: Discover 25 Smells That Rabbits Absolutely Hate Written by Ashley Day, A-Z Animals

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Our cats are very effective deterrents.

ginnieandlouie2, don’t you get tired of typing all that, or do you just copy and paste? :-D Have a great rest of your day!

I’ve heard that Petunias can keep animals away.

Another thing that will keep those pesky rabbits away – #6 12-Gauge Shotgun shells.

I hear you knocking, but you can’t come in.

I liked LM Montgomery’s book Magic for Marigold (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧

Good afternoon, crew!

Whee, have I been having a day and a half here at the Dragon’s Lair!

Ginnie (and Louie!) – I hope my lack of greeting today didn’t contribute to your boredom, hehe. I was taught about coffee grounds to help deter predators, but never did the research. Hope you found something interesting to do after all : )

this year we’re going to be testing a concoction that contains ground up starfish and apparently stinks to high heaven. it allegedly deters deer and other critters. we’re hoping it’ll drive away the badgers that like to dig in our rows… ☺

(If the rabbits were Sheldon Cooper—ha … )

[Tap, tap, tap] “Charley!”

[Tap, tap, tap] “Charley!”

[Tap, tap, tap] “Charley!”

Good Evening, Crew.