Pets and pests will steer clear when you've got this sprinkler system standing guard over your yard or garden
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Finding Outdoor Motion Sensors For Your Project
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Motion Activated Sprinkler VS. Cats
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
ScareCrow motion-activated sprinkler in action
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Keeping Cats Out Of Your Garden
If a cat has made his way into your garden, it may be hard to get him out. Most people choose to use dogs, simply because dogs are known to dislike cats. There are several dog breeds out there that completely dislike cats, such as pit bulls and Dobermans. Cats are completely fearful of these breeds, and will flee if they see them around.
All cats are known to despise water as well. If you spot a cat in your garden, water almost always gets him out. All it takes is a bucket of water or a well aimed squirt with a garden hose to make him run away. After you have hit the cat with water several times, he should get the hint not to come back anymore. If he comes back, simply squirt him or throw more water on him until he gets the idea.
Protecting your plants is a different story. Mothballs are said to be very effective, as cats don't like the smell. You can use mothballs around your plants, garden borders, or even along the fence. There are other repellents that you can use as well, such as cayenne peppers, tobacco, lavender oil, citronella oil, mustard oil, and even lemon grass oil.
If you visit your local hardware or lawn store, you can find motion activated sprinklers. They work great in keeping cats out of your garden. Once you install the sprinkler system and a cat comes into the area, the detector will pick up the cat's presence and immediately shoot out a jet of water that will douse the cat. In most cases, all it takes is a few times of exposure to the sprinkler before a cat learns to stay out of that area.
Sound devices that feature high frequencies are also a great way to scare off cats, although they aren't annoying to humans. You can find several different models, such as those that stay on all the time, and those that are motion detected. To use this type of device, you'll need to make sure that the model you have is strong enough to cover the entire area. If you model you are using is strong enough to cover your entire garden, it should suffice in scaring off any unwanted animals.
You can also use commercial repellents as well. Commercial repellents use scents to keep cats away, and shouldn't be used near any food crops. Due to their high chemical content, commercial repellents can pollute your crops. You can find them at your local department store, with several varieties to choose from, many of which will fend off other animals from your garden as well.
If you have a garden, it can be very annoying if cats and other animals decide to make your garden their home. If you stick to your guns and do your part, you can prevent them from bothering your garden or your crops. Once you have secured your boundaries around the garden, you should try using water first. If water doesn't seem to work, you can look into another method, such as commercial repellents.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
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Sunday, March 27, 2011
Scarecrow Motion-Activated Sprinkler
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Another sprinkler video in HD slow motion
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Cat sprinkler project
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Thursday, January 13, 2011
Garden Pest Repellent
When choosing what type of garden pest repellent to use in your home garden, your biggest dilemma is probably whether to choose organic products or others to get rid of those little buggers. After all, you would rather save those herbs and vegetables for your family, you are not growing them to feed the bugs.
There are many websites to help you find the best solution for you in terms of natural pest control. When looking for natural control, you will find solutions such as non-toxic homemade remedies, beneficial insects (did you know you can buy ladybugs?) and other items to help you prevent pests in the first place. Do not forget about electronic pest control, either. There are ultrasonic and electronic repellents for flying insects and animals in a variety of price ranges. Use your favorite search engine to scan the internet if you would like to take a natural approach to pest control.
If you want to have an organic garden, you need to start with natural pest control. If you do develop a pest issue then you will want to use a homemade remedy or organic products. Again, a search on the internet will reveal a multitude of options in this area. Some websites even have interactive tools to help you determine which bug is eating your garden and then will help you find the right product. If you don't want to spray or sprinkle anything on your garden, try electronic pest control devices. Organic bug repellents are made from plant extracts which can be very effective in pest control.
Before applying organic pesticides you might want to try planting a wider range of plants next to one another. There are many herbs and plants that can compliment one another on your family table as well as in your garden. For example, if you want a nice crop of asparagus you would also want to plant companions such as tomato, parsley and basil. In addition to complimentary plants there are also uncomplimentary plants, so be sure to search for listings when planning your planting.
Make a trip to your local hardware store and you should find what you need to get rid of your garden critters. Most hardware store employees can guide you to the right area depending on your issue. No matter your price range, you can find something to spray or sprinkle on your plants and get rid of any unwanted guests that have come to live in your garden.