Galahs and Corellas Devasting Kykuyu Grass

Question From: 
Elizabeth in  Doncaster east,  Doncaster East VIC

 

Nature of problem: 
Galahs and corellas devasting Kykuyu grassed lawn areas

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Kykuyu

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
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Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
lawn

 

How often do you water the plant:
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How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
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What type of plant is it:
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How long since you planted it:
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Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
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Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
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What other treatments have you given the plant: 
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Other Comments: 
We have galahs and corellas devasting our
Kykuyu lawned areas. They are afraid of nothing.
We have tried everything. Can you suggest some known
Deterrent .thanks

 

Answer: Sure do Elizabeth: Alum. This is totally environment friendly but tastes AWFUL to birds. Buy it from your local pool shop as it is cheaper there. Dilution rate is not important. maybe a teaspoonfull to the litre of water.  Don