Squirrels Eating Rose Buds in Pittsburgh

Squirrels: The Bud Thieves

Rose buds disappearing cleanly—no leaves touched, other buds fine. Near Pittsburgh; squirrels/chipmunks present but never seen on roses.

Squirrels LOVE rose buds. They nip them off cleanly.

Spray Windex with ammonia around base. Smell repels them.

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