How to Protect Flower Bulbs From Rodent Damage

How to Protect Flower Bulbs From Rodent Damage

We all know how annoying rodents can be when they’re inside the house.

But they can be just as irritating when they’re out in the garden, munching away at your flower bulbs like there’s no tomorrow.

Since flower bulbs are rich in carbohydrates, they’re a sought-after, high-energy treat for many mammals. And that’s no exaggeration – believe it or not, a tulip bulb is actually more caloric than a potato!

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And while this feasting keeps your local vermin nourished and happy, it’s not ideal for maintaining a beautiful floral display. Not one bit.

Because when a flower bulb is damaged by hungry rodents, it won’t have the resources necessary for blooming. Which is a real shame.

To keep this real shame from becoming a real-life shame, we’ve whipped up a guide that’ll help you protect your flower bulbs from rodents.

I’ll also cover some tips that’ll help with rodent infestations in the garden… regardless of which plants they chow down on.

Maybe you’ve got a soft spot for animals, and don’t wish to hurt them.

Or perhaps you’re a former rodent exterminator living out your life as a peaceful gardener, hiding from your exterminating past like an assassin in one of those “an old killer gets back in the game” movies that are popular nowadays.

Whatever your reservations are, I totally understand. However, even if you go the completely non-harmful route, I’d still recommend doing something, as doing nothing about a rodent infestation could be bad news for your garden.

First and foremost, your flowering bulbs won’t bloom if they’re eaten by rodents. And those that