How to Discourage Sapsuckers?

Repellents such as Tanglefoot, Bird Stop, and Roost-No-More can be applied to tree limbs and trunks to discourage sapsuckers. Or the repellents can first be applied to a thin piece of pressed board, ridged clear plastic sheets, or other suitable material, which is then fastened to the areas where damage is occur-ring.

How do you keep sapsuckers away?

Hang reflective items that will scare off the sapsuckers. Tie string to things like CDs, tin pie plates and small mirrors and hang them up so the sun reflects off them. These objects will scare the birds away. Pinwheels and wind chimes can also frighten them, because they move and make sound.

How do you treat sapsucker damage?

For unprotected trees attacked by sapsuckers, promoting tree health can help recovery and minimize damage. Treatments include fertilizing according to soil nutrient analysis results, irrigating during periods of drought, de-compacting heavy soil with Root Invigoration™, and managing insects and diseases.