It seemed like a great idea, but research proved that planting gopher purge was not effective in repelling gophers or protecting our garden plants from the pesky rodents. ... If your interest is in controlling gophers, remember that you can never eradicate them completely; it is an on-going battle.

What is the best way to get rid of gophers?

For a homemade remedy, mix three parts castor oil and one part dish soap. Add four tablespoons of the mixture to a gallon of water. Soak the tunnels and entrances to evict the moles and soak the holes to evict gophers. Castor oil is one of the most effective home remedies to get rid of these animals.

Do gopher plants work?

There are several types of plants gophers don't like, which can help to deter these nuisance rodents from entering your backyard. Installing a border of gopher-repellent plants around your garden can stop gophers in their tracks, and will help to keep them away from your other veggies and shrubs.