Mothballs and sprays are useless as pest repellents.Only lava rock has been shown to deter snakes. Snakes will not be able to bask in the sun near your structure if you place lava rock around it.

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What kind of rocks keep snakes away?

Use gravel or river rock, which are both smaller and more tightly fitting, as an alternative. Water gardens and Koi ponds should also be avoided in the landscaping. Consider getting an energy audit and filling in the cracks and crevices in your sidewalks and foundations.

Do garter snakes like lava rocks?

Because of the sharp edges, snakes will not rest on lava rock like they would on wood chip mulch or river rock. The lava rock must be extremely fresh, and landscaping plants should not be planted on it.

What smell do snakes hate?

Smoke, cinnamon, cloves, onions, garlic, and lime are just a few of the smells that snakes despise. These fragrances can be found in oils and sprays, or they can be found in plants.

Do snakes live in rock walls?

Snakes are protected by these rock walls, but they are also fed by them. Snakes will also be enticed by the easy shelter that rock walls provide, which is essentially a food source for smaller reptiles (lizards) that are also found in the rock walls.