Gardening for Trees & Plants : Tips on Getting Rid of Mice

00:21 Mice like to burrow underneath decks, wood piles, and houses where there is access. Boarding off these areas will help repel them from your home.

00:35 Mice are attracted to food sources such as garbage, fruit trees, and areas with water. Removing these food sources will discourage them from coming near your house.

01:13 Cover any holes or gaps in your house to prevent mice from getting inside.

01:33 If mice are in an area of your house that you can't get them out of, clean up the area and put everything in plastic containers. Sprinkle cinnamon, curry powder, or any spicy powder over the area to deter them with the smell.

02:06 Provide nowhere for mice to nest, remove paper boxes, and use plastic containers instead.

02:25 Having a cat, like Dexter, is the best way to get rid of mice as they are natural hunters.