Cayenne is so often used because it’s easy to find, inexpensive, and can be bought in bulk.

Homemade pepper spray for squirrels. If you are trying to. Squirrels have an extremely strong sense of smell which is what allows them to thrive during the fall and winter. Spray a thin layer of the homemade pepper repellent on plants or in other areas where squirrels are a nuisance, but avoid using it on bird seed or feeders as it may irritate birds'.

Add the red pepper flakes to the water in a large pot and simmer for about 15 minutes. Add water slowly until you are able to blend a liquid mixture. Hot pepper contains a chemical called capsaicin, which is what is responsible for the “hot” in “hot pepper”.

You can apply vinegar to areas around your home to repel squirrels. Place three fresh cayenne, jalapeno or habanero peppers in a blender or food processer. A squirrel’s strong sense of taste and smell are irritated by the capsaicin in hot.

Heating helps release the oils from the skins and. Any pepper with a decent amount of capsaicin in it will work as a squirrel deterrent. Stir in castile soap (important to help the concoction stick to the plants) take.