Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Closeup of a snake in the grass - Jairo Alzate / Unsplash There are plenty of people who adore snakes. Then there are the rest of ...

Even if you are a fan of reptiles, finding a snake when you are down on your hands and knees weeding can be startling. I let out a shriek myself until my thinking brain answers the question Dorothy ...

Although no plant can completely repel snakes, some herbs and flowers are thought to make outdoor and garden areas less appealing to snakes. Some of these plants have strong scents or textures that ...

When you think about garden design, beauty usually comes to mind first, whether that's colorful blooms or lush greenery or maybe even a centerpiece tree. But what if that same beauty could double as ...

Homeowners can naturally discourage snakes from their gardens. Certain plants like Lemongrass, Marigold, and Garlic release ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. It’s summertime, which means snakes (and soon, cicadas) are emerging. In the Triangle and central North Carolina, most of the snakes ...

Types of Plants That Help Deter Snakes Perhaps this part of Foley's advice is more helpful: "Spiky plants like some hollies and cacti may deter a snake, but probably not a motivated one," he says.

Snake repellents like oils, granules and mothballs lack proven effectiveness. Mothballs pose health risks to humans and pets. Habitat changes remain the most reliable snake deterrents. It’s summertime ...

AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom. Read our AI Policy. Snake repellents like oils, granules and mothballs lack proven effectiveness. Mothballs pose health risks to humans and pets. Habitat ...