Luxury Housing Trends & Home Improvement Ideas

Neighborhood cats are sometimes not so neighborly around your newly laid grass. If you have cats that are using your yard as a giant litter box, it’s not going to be pleasant smelling and your new grass will most likely be affected. Cats can be relentless creatures when it comes to marking their territory, but you can try to deter them with natural remedies.

A loud noise or spray of water can help cats learn quickly that your yard isn’t a toilet. Try installing motion activated sprinklers or set out toys that make loud sounds. This might be enough to teach the cat that this isn’t a good spot for doing its business.

Most cats also dislike strong odors including citrus fruits. Try putting out orange, lemon or grapefruit peels. Or spray your lawn with a fine mist of vinegar. You can also add a few drops of lemon, orange or lime essential oil to a liter of water and spray it over your lawn.