Do You have problem rabbits?

During August I tried out 'Grazers', a new product that aims to prevent damage to plants from rabits, deer, pigeons and other grazing animals.  

The results are now promising although a few more weeks of uneaten growth are needed to make a good display in the affected garden. What has become clear and perhaps not a surprise is that it is working on shrubs that still had leaves when sprayed – the chemical enters the plant through existing leaves and transmits it to new growth.  The recommendation from the manufacturer is to spray new plants in a 'safe' area before planting them out into the open garden to give immediate protection.

Definitely Worth Trying, it is reasonably priced and easy to apply

The animals are not harmed in any way; Grazers is based on calcium, a natural plant nutrient, and simply makes leaves distasteful to animals and birds. It is described as tasteless to humans and safe on crops to eat and was developed for farmers but I have only used it on ornamentals. The smallest bottle treats ½ acre and you need to spray twice first time and then repeat every 6 weeks or so. More details on the Grazers website.

I have a supply and am happy to visit gardens near Sevenoaks to review damage & spray for the cost of the time spent – no charge for the product while stocks last!

4 week trial photographs

The test garden is constantly ravaged by rabbits; they even hop around during the day in full view. 

Before: tough evergreen shrubs were quickly reduced to sticks and each new leaf that appeared became bunny's healthy snack

Euonymous 28th July	Aucuba 28th July

Euonymous 28th August	Aucuba 28th August

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