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Cats sit in box hedges and ruin them
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Wannabegardener
Apr 18, 2022, 10:45:06 AM4/18/22
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I have some lovely box hedges and a couple of balls. I cannot take credit. The previous owner planted them and brought them to life. However I noticed large gaps in the balls, and the branches have been pushed down. I didn’t know what it was but one day happened to look out of the window and saw a cat reversing into it, wiggling it’s bottom to get right in there. And suddenly the cause became clear. I’ve seen them do it a lot recently. I don’t have cats. They are the neighbours. I’ve tried wiring the branches back up to each other and covering with wire to let the hedge re grow back into shape while keeping the cats away, and the sneaky clever things have managed to get around it. Any ideas of how I can keep the cats away?!
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Feb 11, 2023, 9:01:56 PM2/11/23
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To keep cats away from your box hedges, there are a few steps you can take:
1. Prune the hedges: Trim the hedges to make them less appealing to cats. By removing some of the gaps and denseness, cats will have fewer places to sit and hide.
2. Use cat repellents: Try using natural cat repellents such as citronella, lavender, or citrus scents. You can also use commercial cat repellent sprays that contain natural ingredients.
3. Install barriers: Consider adding barriers such as low fencing, chicken wire, or netting around the hedges. This will make it harder for cats to jump onto or sit in the hedges.
4. Provide alternative locations: Offer alternative locations for the cats to sit and play, such as a designated outdoor cat tree or a sandbox filled with cat-friendly sand.
It's important to note that keeping cats away from your hedges may require a combination of these methods. Additionally, it's a good idea to talk to your neighbors about the issue, as they may be able to keep their cats inside or provide their own outdoor cat-friendly space.
1. Prune the hedges: Trim the hedges to make them less appealing to cats. By removing some of the gaps and denseness, cats will have fewer places to sit and hide.
2. Use cat repellents: Try using natural cat repellents such as citronella, lavender, or citrus scents. You can also use commercial cat repellent sprays that contain natural ingredients.
3. Install barriers: Consider adding barriers such as low fencing, chicken wire, or netting around the hedges. This will make it harder for cats to jump onto or sit in the hedges.
4. Provide alternative locations: Offer alternative locations for the cats to sit and play, such as a designated outdoor cat tree or a sandbox filled with cat-friendly sand.
It's important to note that keeping cats away from your hedges may require a combination of these methods. Additionally, it's a good idea to talk to your neighbors about the issue, as they may be able to keep their cats inside or provide their own outdoor cat-friendly space.
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