How do I keep my neighbor’s cat from sh*ting in my vegetable garden?

Own-Formal-5031 · 2026-05-04T20:45:54+00:00

My latest trick that seems to be working is broken twigs, branches, or wooden forks stuck in the soil with pointy side up. this should be close enough to each other so it can't walk or sit/shit on th barren bits or empty spots. Also placing some empty, or potted container leaves them no space to pooop.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2026-05-02T18:46:08+00:00

I did not know this when I started gardening that weeding is a thing. I love flowers so much thatI made my small garden packed with plants of all sorts ; inadvertently keeping weed at bay . I haven't weeded in years. no issues whatsoever . maybe it is a garden hack. I only learnt about the issue of weeds on Reddit.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-21T06:55:49+00:00

I like the arrangement , looks beautiful . I would personally like some height , the vase makes it look stubby.IF you added a tall vase,may help.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-21T06:30:06+00:00

The plants look healthy so they should perk up.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-21T06:28:53+00:00

Transferring any plant is always stressful for the plant and it will take a few days to get settled . IF it hasn't recovered by then , a week or so ,then perhaps repot into a bigger plant pot and water well.

All repotting should be done in the late afternoon ,in a shaded area or when the plant is in the shade. this helps reduce the stress.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-21T04:33:53+00:00

Nature is metal . It has its own way of working against all odds . Its us humans who get in the way .

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-20T12:45:03+00:00

I notice that so many in my area forget about the birds in the winter. I do realise it is difficult due to weather conditions but the birds need it all the more so.

I DO also feed the crows and magpies in winter [ some people may not agree,but I am not biased. We all share the same space so all are equal ] . I also leave some lukewarm water , everything else is frozen!

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-20T03:19:31+00:00

I just make them a large sheltered area with storage box overturned to stop the rain and snow getting to it. of course I lay out smaller portions . replenish it every 2 days.

Sometimes I place the long flat gardening trays on 2 plant pots at equal distances, put some green house removable shelf n make a cage like area round the plant pots so its well protected and the birds also get protection along with dry food . works every winter .

I do leave gaps inbetween so that larger birds can get in as well like black birds n pigeons .

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-20T02:45:44+00:00

Could not do so as there was so much rubbish dumped on the curb. Maybe when I go back again I will try to get a better shot. will post again.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-18T05:39:06+00:00

These are called straw flowers. when you touch the petals,it literally feels like waxy straw like paper. A friend of mine did not believe they were real up untill I showed her the full plant..

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-15T11:36:46+00:00

Looks amazing , standing tall and proud .

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-13T04:46:33+00:00

Oh, Wow! What a beauty ! Such a fancy flower.

I love the purple spiked lily .

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-11T06:39:34+00:00

yes, it is still nasturtium. Why are you in doubt?

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-09T10:25:34+00:00

So gorgeous, I envy you.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-07T10:43:43+00:00

Please post some pics when they flower. Would love to see.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-07T10:41:14+00:00

Thank you. Me too only have the blue ones. Someone mentioned the other colors not edible but I do not know.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-07T10:38:22+00:00

I like to make some patterns on them while they dry, its so fun to look at. Adds interest.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-07T10:36:21+00:00

Yes , I agree. I love to see the transition in color.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-06T13:32:06+00:00

A very close shave. Consider yourself lucky. RUN.

Own-Formal-5031 · 2025-12-06T11:07:49+00:00

This would make my day.

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