Vegetative Plants

• A few plants are deterrents to moles and may bring gardeners success at ridding the pests. These plants include marigolds, alliums, daffodils and fritillaries. Two additional plants, castor bean plant and mole plant, contain castor oil but are also poisonous, and therefore dangerous around pets and children.
  
  

Natural Repellents

• Make your own castor oil repellent using a combination of 6 oz. of castor oil with 2 tbsp. of dish detergent. Combine 1 oz. of the mixture to 1 gallon of water and apply to a lawn. Reapply the mixture after rainfall.
  
  

Commercial Repellents

• Commercial repellents are readily available in garden centers, but should be used with precaution. The repellent can be purchased in either a liquid or granular form, is biodegradable, and is safe for use around children and pets. Its one drawback, however, is that it cannot be used around vegetables.
  
  

Considerations

• If mole activity persists after trying home or chemical remedies, then evaluate how much water your lawn receives. If you notice the moles tunnels closer to the surface, this is a sign that your lawn is receiving too much water. Cut back on watering. It is also possible to get rid of moles by removing their food source. Reduce or eliminate their food source, grubs, by treating your lawn for the insects, which will in turn reduce or eliminate the moles. Traps are one other option for getting rid of moles. They are best set out in the spring near the tunnels that show signs of activity.