Deter Squirrels from Your Flower Bed with Spicy Pepper Tea
Going Berserk on Squirrels in Your Garden? Here's the Spicy Solution!
Got pesky squirrels snatching your fresh tomatoes and wreaking havoc in your veggie garden? It's time to cook up some trouble of your own! The clever souls at Gardenuity have concocted a devilishly delightful anti-squirrel pepper recipe to put those critters on the run!
You see, squirrels can't stand the heat - and we don't just mean from your glare. Peppers from the Capsicum genus come in a variety of spiciness, with concentrations of capsaicinoids up to 30,000 parts per million in the infamous jalapeño pepper! This potent concoction acts as a deterrent for our furry foes, causing their brain receptors to freak out and steer them clear of your garden. So grab your kitchen bombs and prepare to wage war against those bushy-tailed thieves!
We've battled these pests for ages, and we've certainly perfected a couple oftried-and-true pepper recipes. Let's dive in!
The Tea Time Terror
Dry Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
Directions:
- Mix equal parts of each spice in a bowl.
- Sprinkle the fiery flakes onto the ground around your veggie garden in areas you want to keep squirrel-free.
The Hot Pepper Tea Spray
- Flame on!
- Simmer Down!305
Ingredients:
- 1 quart of water
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 chopped jalapeño peppers
Directions:
- Bring the water to a boil and add all ingredients to the pot.
- Let it simmer for approximately 30 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Let the volatile soup cool.
- Strain it into a spray bottle and get ready to pour those ever-loving flames on your enemies, uh, squirrels, that is! (Pro-tip: don't apply the spray in the heat of the day. The best time to strike is at night time!)
So there you have it, my ravenous gardening friends! Arm yourself with the power of the pepper and send those insidious squirrels scurrying for cover! And remember, we've got your back with other helpful tips, recipes, and advice to help your garden thrive. Catch you on the flip side! 🌽💪
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[1]: Definitely not related, but FYI, in case you're curious, here's a bit about the fascinating history and cultural significance of peppers [www.history.com/news/the-rise-of-the-chili-pepper-in-america].[2]: Uncle Gazza swears by placing an audio recording of a half-demented, raving maniac inside a cassette player and placing it in the garden to keep squirrels away. We haven't tried it, but we're not here to discourage your enthusiasm.[3]: Oh, and if you're feeling especially hostile, why not construct a homemade cage made of chicken wire and coat it with a thick layer of Tiki torches and Christmas lights? We can't guarantee the effectiveness, but we've heard it's a sight to behold! 🔥🌟
- It seems that gardening isn't just about nurturing plants; cooking up a spicy pepper mixture can help protect your garden from pesky squirrels, with the hot peppers acting as deterrents.
- The versatility of peppers extends beyond food-and-drink and home-and-garden decor, as they can be used in recipes like the Dry Recipe and the Hot Pepper Tea Spray, which are specially designed to keep squirrels away.
- In the pursuit of an effective squirrel repellent, consider trying the Hot Pepper Tea Spray, made with cayenne pepper, paprika, and jalapeño peppers, to drive those furry intruders from your garden, especially when applied at night time.
