Will Chickens Get in Raised Garden Beds

Raised beds: Chickens prefer to keep grounded, so planting in raised beds may deter these feathered friends. This is not a perfect solution, but it has worked for some gardeners. To help improve chances of success, make sure to place plants close together in order to help keep the soil out of the chickens’ sight.

How do I protect my raised garden beds from chickens?

Rocks placed around the base of new plants will keep the chickens from scratching and digging them up. Cloches or netting around plants will also protect them. Trellising keeps plants up and out of reach. Tall container plantings will keep the chickens away from vulnerable plants, as do hanging baskets.

Is it good to let chickens in your garden?

Pest Management System. Bugs might love your garden, but chickens do a great job loving the bugs right out of your garden. Chickens will eat grubs, beetles, ticks, earthworms, crickets, and more. They’ll even eat small snakes.