Parents, be careful – my daughter just ran inside crying so hard she couldn’t even speak. I assumed something had scared her, so I went outside to find this fella hanging around the backyard. This is the second time now. Does anyone know how to keep them away?

Here are 12 options people commonly try—and the more important steps that can make your property genuinely less inviting to snakes.

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1. Peppermint
Peppermint is one of the most frequently mentioned natural snake deterrents.

Its strong aroma comes largely from compounds such as menthol, which produces the familiar cooling, intense smell. Some people use diluted peppermint essential oil around areas where snakes have previously been seen.

A few drops can be diluted in water and used as a surface spray, although essential oils can evaporate relatively quickly and their effectiveness against snakes is not reliably established.

If you try peppermint, think of it as a temporary supplemental measure rather than a barrier.

Avoid applying concentrated essential oils directly to animals, and be especially careful around pets because some essential oils can be harmful to cats and other animals.