Expert shares 52p hack to keep rats away from your garden

The rodents are unwanted visitors but you could try using this 52p hack that is said to keep them away from your garden.

A simple tip has been shared by an expert for homeowners to try that could make a difference.

The Sun shared that the founder of Indoor Plants, Ash Read, has shared that rosemary might just be your best friend as it helps you get rid of rats.

Rosemary is used to keep rats away (Image: Getty) He said: “While you and I enjoy a whiff of lavender or the sweet scent of a rosemary bush, rats not so much.”

Ash added that “rosemary’s presence in the garden can often make rats think twice before settling”.

To stop rats settling in your garden, you need to sprinkle rosemary over the areas they are attracted to. This will prevent them from coming into your garden.

Aldi, Tesco and Sainsbury’s are among the supermarkets which sell a bag of rosemary for 52p.

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The Sun reports that Carlos Garcia, the son of Total Clean’s founders, also thinks highly of rosemary when it comes to keeping rats away from gardens.

He said: "Some plants such as mint, lavender, rosemary, marigold, daffodils, fennel, garlic and onions are less attractive to rats due to their scent and taste."

Carlos encourages Brits to “regularly monitor the garden for any signs of rat activity and address these issues promptly to prevent an infestation”.

Ash shared that other plants can be used to keep rats away, including marigolds and peppermint.

Cleanliness is also important as rats like to hide under rubbish and areas that are overgrown.

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Country Living magazine has shared six rodent-repelling plants with one of them being rosemary.

It said: "A culinary favourite, rosemary is also a natural deterrent for rodents.

"Its strong, woody scent is unappealing to them, making it an excellent choice for planting near vulnerable areas such as pathways or vegetable patches."

Plant and flower expert Igor Podyablonskiy from My Flowers told the magazine: "Rosemary thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil and can be pruned into attractive shapes.

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"Not only does it deter pests, but you’ll also have fresh sprigs for your roasts".

The magazine added that the plant has "minimal maintenance" and is a garden "must-have".

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