Hey Conrad.... that sounds like some good options, but..... It wouldn't set too well with my dog...
The squirrels already keep her busy, but she can't do it all, and she can't climb the tree... too many of them. So, looks as if it is up to me to take a more permanent action.
No problem... good that you are having success with your method... Now if only I can have/get the same success with my issue. You have a good evening, and be safe.... ~JOHN~
Morning girl.... After all this hassle to have my own tomato plants to enjoy the fruits of my labor... I may not even fool with them again, next year. With what I've spent, and the extra efforts put into this project... I've already over-paid for the end results. i.e. home grown tomato... Heck I could just pay 1.69 to 1.99 per pound at the store/market, and only spend a fraction of my cost so far.
I think next year, just out of "spite", is to grow peppers... then let the 'varmints' have at it, while I still "pick them (squirrel) off, one at a time"....
Here are a couple of links that might help with your issue. You may have already research this, but... here it is, and hope they help you:
I'm just guessing, but if I did that... what would keep them from inviting all the other squirrels to an "all you can eat, banquet"? And besides, in a group gathering like that... you're going to have at least one in the bunch, that still wants a tomato.... Just saying...
But, thanks for the idea.... Have a good evening... ~JOHN~
I thought about the squirrel cage too, but there are too many squirrels around this area. I would be catching one, taking it for a 2-3 mile ride, (if that would even be far enough away) to turn loose....all day long....
All I'd be doing is shuffling squirrels... remove one, and another moves in. But, thanks for the suggestion....
I don't care for the gun either.... that is why I'm electing to try a more humane attempt (give them one more chance) to "dislike John's tomatoes).. ahahaha
But you stay safe down there (Fla)... and don't be a stranger... holler anytime.
Well, I was hoping the "pepper" all over the plant (as a non tasty shield), would activate their memory of such taste/burning... and look elsewhere....
But, apparently he was not out to promote how well he can/could affix a pretty message. I take it he was just trying to get the message out, like he was told to do... (voice in his head)... but, either way... the mystery has been solved or at least more info to work with... Thanks for all the replies/comments.
I know what you are faced with, Jane.... Many, many years ago... I lived in Hialeah... a few blocks from the race track... I got some good memories of it.
You have more evil critters to deal with, than what I care to deal with... haha
They are/were mine too... so cute and all... but finding out how deviant they can be... has put me on the defensive.... and I don't intend to lose this issue. The whole neighborhood, is having squirrel issues, so I'm not the only one with this destructive actions.
Taken today, Tuesday 6/24/14... My upside down tomato planter, covered with Cayenne Pepper, to keep squirrels from eating the tomato. Don't be confused with the red that you see... that is the pepper powder, the "maters" are still green...
Anyone have any "humane" ways to keep the squirrels at bay? If this fails, last resort is the new Pellet Rifle that was delivered yesterday. I hate to resort to this method, but something has to be done. ~JOHN~
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Hey Conrad, They do have some additional information as follows:
Man in custody for church vandalism Posted: Jun 21, 2014 5:46 PM CDT Updated: Jun 22, 2014 12:04 AM CDT By WBRC Staff - email BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) - A man is in jail for allegedly vandalizing church properties and other buildings across Jefferson County.
Eja Cree, 31, was arrested early Friday night for allegedly spray painting what he said was a message from the Holy Spirit, according to a press release from the Jefferson County Sherriff's Office.
Officials say Cree told police that repeatedly sprayed "memeneusha" meant "Jesus is coming," according to the release.
He has been charged with Criminal Mischief and placed in the Jefferson County Jail with a bond set at $15,000.
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Pestering Squirrels...
Thought about, with the 4th holiday approaching... to get out the ol' BBQ, for a neighborhood get together...~JOHN~