Gardening for Trees & Plants : What do Mice Hate?

🐭 Mice hate cats, so having a cat is an effective way to control their population.

💼 If you can't have a cat or don't want to, you can get rid of mice by removing their sources of food and shelter.

📦 Replace paper boxes with plastic tote bins to prevent mice from getting into your belongings.

🚫 Block off any holes or access points in your home to prevent mice from entering.

🌶️ Mice dislike strong spices like cinnamon, cayenne pepper, or curry powder, so you can sprinkle these in areas where mice are present to deter them.

🐾 You can create a border with spices to prevent mice from entering certain areas without causing them harm.

🏡 If all else fails, consider getting a cat from the pound to help with your mice problem.