Gophers

Melody writes~ Do you have any idea how to successfully get rid of these pests, gophers? Our lawn is a mess with new holes almost every day. We have tried traps, gopher bombs, other traps anyone suggests, but nothing seems to work what. Also, where do you teach these classes? Are you in AZ? I would like a schedule of upcoming classes.

A. Moles, squirrels, gophers, rats and mice hate the aroma of peppermint. If you plant mint around your home chances are you will never see one for any length of time. If you place a small amount of oil of peppermint on a cotton ball and drop it down a gopher hole you will never see the varmint again.

Usual control procedures involve traps, tunnel collapses, smoke bombs, rodenticides, using raised beds, and owl nests. Do a web search for 'Gopher Control' for suppliers of these products.

I schedule classes in California but have been known to travel to AZ for classes, but the fee includes airfare and lodging.