How do you get a groundhog to leave?
5 Natural Ways To Get Rid of Groundhogs
- Epsom Salts. Epsom salts sprinkled near or around the burrow entrances or exits will keep the groundhog away.
- Castor Oil.
- Human Hair Clippings.
- Soiled Kitty Litter.
- Offensive Scents.
How long will a groundhog stay in its hole?
In September, ten days to two weeks before going underground for hibernation, the groundhog stops eating and slowly enters hibernation. By mid October, they will be asleep in their burrows and will hibernate through January or early February, when the next cycle begins.
What can I put down a groundhog hole?
Mix ammonia with washing detergent, vinegar, hot pepper and soap and pour the mixture down each hole. This may have to be repeated for a few days until the groundhogs go away. Always wear gloves before handling the mixture as it may cause an allergic reaction, itchiness or skins rash.
Can you flood a groundhog out of his hole?
Flood the Den If you have water and a long hose, you can try to flood the groundhogs out of their burrow. So unless your groundhog burrow is relatively new – and perhaps not as large as my groundhog resort – save the water and water your plants instead. Save your water for your garden vegetables and flowers.
How do you get rid of groundhogs in a burrow?
Prepare the gas cartridge for placement by following the instructions on the label. Light the fuse. Put the gas cartridge inside the hole. Cover the hole to prevent the gas from escaping. Remember, this method is only effective if the groundhog is actually in the burrow you fumigate.
When is the best time to get rid of groundhogs?
The best time to plug a groundhog’s hole as a removal method is between July and late September. You don’t want to be ousting a groundhog right before hibernation nor during the time females are pregnant and raising their young. When should you call a pest control pro?
What happens if you step in a groundhog hole?
They can hurt a dog in a fight. You could twist an ankle by accidentally stepping into a woodchuck hole. Some animals, such as deer pests, will eat up your garden during the nighttime, but groundhogs do most of their eating in the early morning and early evening. They eat a wide variety of garden vegetables.
What foods do groundhogs don’t like to eat?
Other strong scents groundhogs don’t like include talcum powder and garlic. Red pepper: Groundhogs, like many people, don’t like spicy foods, so sprinkle red pepper flakes or spray a mix of water and chopped peppers near groundhog tunnels and holes. You’ll have to reapply your pepper flakes or pepper spray after a rain.