This page gathers the definitions and conditions that frame how we write about garden care and mole management. We want every reader to know exactly what we mean by terms like "ecological control," "non-lethal traps," and "soil-friendly practices," so there is no room for misunderstanding when you apply our advice in your own plot.
Non-lethal traps are designed to capture moles without harming them, allowing release far from your garden.
Repellent plants are species whose scent or root secretions discourage moles from tunneling nearby.
Underground fencing refers to buried barriers that block mole routes without affecting other wildlife.
Permaculture methods in our guides follow observation-based design that works with natural soil processes.
Biodiversity preservation means we never recommend chemical treatments that could harm beneficial insects or soil life.