Pigeons are a common sight in gardens across the UK, but there are ways to keep them at bay without causing them any harm - and one of them involves planting a certain colour of flowers.
There are many ways you can keep these pests out of the way without them causing any destruction so you can still enjoy viewing them and hearing their beautiful birdsong. One of which is to plant a certain colour of flowers, as it apparently it acts as a warning to pigeons, according to Sefton Meadows Garden Centre.
"Many birds use the white plumage in their feathers to show each other that there is danger ahead, so planting a variety of white flowers around areas you want to keep protected might be enough to stop pigeons from landing". We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like.If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
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