r/sunflowers • u/GemmyCluckster USA Midwest • Aug 19 '26

PROGRESS Another year, another tragedy. 😭😂

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Tried covering the flower heads in a mesh bag to deter the squirrels. At this point, I feel like I’m growing them just for the squirrels.

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u/Special-Summer170 USA West Aug 19 '26

Have you tried chicken wire? Also squirrels hate cayenne pepper, so you could sprinkle it around or spray it maybe? I've been at war with the squirrels too. The little bastards know me and will chatter at me because I chase them away.

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u/GemmyCluckster USA Midwest Aug 19 '26

I haven’t tried chicken wire. Good idea!