Thursday, March 19, 2009

Is it a Vole or a Mole?

Question:
I have so many Mole holes in my yard that my grass is going to be a disaster this year what can I do?
Answer:
At this time of the year they are most likely to be VOLES which look like mice but have mole like fur. Fortunately they prefer to live outside. They make trails just under mulch, grass and leaves. They feed most often on tiny roots of rhododendrons, Azaleas and lots of other similar shrubs. They eat the tender feeding shoots and slow down the plant’s growth. A non toxic repellent works great in stopping them damaging your plants. If indeed they are Voles they will not do too much damage to your grass. A similar treatment will get rid of Moles.

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