10 plants to get for your garden now to keep cats away for good – The Mirror

The presence of cats in your garden can cause a nuisance but there are ten plants which they do not like going near and may even prevent them returning to your garden19:36, 26 Sep 2024Updated 09:32, 02 Oct 2024Lavender is pet hate of cats who try and avoid it(Image: Getty Images)Cats can become a garden nuisance, but the power of plants means you can introduce things they hate.As much as we love them, they dig holes and damage gardeners' plants where they mark their territory as well as pooping on our lawns.Andrew White, a garden expert at Rhino Greenhouses Direct says: .'Cats have a great sense of smell, so if you’re looking to keep cats away from your garden, you’ll need to focus on plants that have an unpleasant aroma for cats,’It's vital to deter them in a humane way and why the plants listed below are not toxic to them or other wildlife.READ MORE: I save hundreds of pounds a year using at-home gel nail kit - it's now £51 off at BootsCats detest the aroma of lavender so it is a good plant for deterring them(Image: Getty Images/Westend61)1. LavenderLavender is hated by cats because of its strong smell. It is easy to grow and maintain and is a good option for new gardeners.Sarah Elliott, a feline health expert at VetHelpDirect.com says: "The most effective cat-repelling lavenders in the garden are those that grow tall and shrubby, making them difficult for cats to walk through easily."2. Scaredy cat plantThis is very effective at keeping cats and even other animals o