When I first heard about people putting plastic forks in their yard, I thought it was a joke. And, after seeing various TikToks of said forks staked into soil with the little tines poking out of the ground, I couldn't deny it looked pretty unusual. But then I delved a little deeper and realized it actually makes perfect sense.

No, it's not a weird neighborhood prank (or at least not anymore), but it does have something to do with keeping unwanted critters and/or pets away from your plants. If you've got a cat, squirrel, or rodent problem in your yard, this is a cheap, easy, and instantly effective solution. But, how exactly does it work?

What is lawn forking?

If you've ever spotted forks in someone's yard, you might think someone's pulling a prank and contemplate telling the homeowner,

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