As temperatures drop, gardeners might find themselves venturing outdoors less frequently. However, autumn represents a crucial period to stay alert, as rats and mice are increasingly .

Between September and October, these pests begin seeking new shelters, taking refuge in sheds, leaf piles or compost heaps in search of warmth. Without intervention now, they'll settle into your garden for the winter months, in search of additional food once breeding begins.

Autumn isn't the appropriate time for poison, as gardens harbour abundant wildlife during this period, and it could accidentally harm hedgehogs, birds . A more natural method is advised at this point.

Angelo, a specialist from Deep Green Permaculture, recommends that scattering chilli powder throughout your garden can successfully det

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