How to Get Toads to Live in a Garden

Many people believe toads are a nuisance and would rather not see them around their home. Contrary to that belief, a toad is actually very useful to have in your garden. It helps to consume unwanted insects and pests from your garden. Try inviting a toad to live in your garden and start enjoying the benefits it provides.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Create a clean environment in your garden. As toads breathe through their skin, a clean and healthy place attracts them more so than a dirty one.

2. Do not use pesticides or any other kind of toxic chemicals around your garden; this can be dangerous to the toad and your family.

3. Provide a house for the toad to be able to get in. You can purchase a toad house through the Internet or some other pet store. Be sure the house is big enough for the toad to get in.

4. Put the toad house in a shady place such as among the bushes or surround it with lots of plants. Fill the bottom of the house with dirt; this provides a hide out for the toad to burrow in as well as to keep cool.

5. Set a large water bowl that has sufficient water for a toad to sit but not swim in.

6. Get some rocks and logs and set them around the garden or bushes by the toad house as this helps to attract the toad to look for a hideout.

7. Keep your garden damp, cool and green. A lawn sprinkler can be helpful to attract a toad as well.