Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 2.0 - 00001566
01/01/98

Controlling Moles

Moles can be the most common and frustrating lawn pest      
problem.  The animals eat soil insects such as grubs  and   
earthworms.  They do not feed on flower bulbs or plant      
roots.                                                      

There is currently no satisfactory chemical control.        
Trapping is at present the best technique for mole          
control.                                                    

Moles have two types of tunnels.  One type is used only     
once, the other type is used regularly.  The trap must be   
set on those tunnels the moles use regularly.               

A less scientific method is available when the tunnels can  
be observed for a day.  Step on those regularly used        
tunnels so they are completely pushed down.  Look at the    
tunnels often through the day.  When the tunnel is being    
pushed up, turn on the garden hose and push it into the     
tunnel near where the mole is working.  The mole will be    
forced to the soil surface where it can be killed.          

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