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this dilemma has also been on the minds of product designers, as there are several new chemical-free pest control systems on the market this year. Go’pher It II consists of garden stakes that emit vibrations and sound that reportedly repel mammalian pests such as moles, shrews and gophers.
Plastic garden owls have taken the place of the old-fashioned scarecrow. They lord over the yard, scaring away rodents and birds. Even restaurants are enlisting the help of these critters to keep birds away from open-air dining areas. A larger yard may require more than one owl for effective pest control.
If it’s insects you’re after, you might consider a boardinghouse for bats. That’s right, bats have been used in Europe to control mosquitoes for more than 30 years, and it is estimated that the average bat eats up to 600 insects per hour! The Bat House provides an inviting environment for five to 15 bats. Made of weather-resistant cedar, it can be mounted on a building or tree. And, relax, the vast majority of bats are harmless to humans.
Other eco-friendly garden accouterments include a solar garden light and an ornate park-style bench made from recycled dairy containers and melted-down engine blocks.
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