Experts at Garden Buildings Direct are encouraging people to try some simple hacks, such as closing any potential entry points and removing food sources to keep rats away from their gardens. How to keep rats away from your home and garden during rodent seasonEliminate entry pointsThe experts advise homeowners to seal up any entry points to outbuildings, sheds and gardens that could be used by rats. Clear away all foodIf you have things like wildflower seeds or animal food around your garden, this can attract rats and other rodents to your outbuildings. The experts advise that anyone with bird food or seeds in their shed should either remove it completely or store it securely. Review your cropsWhile keeping rats away from your garden crops can be difficult, you can keep an eye on your vegetable patches for any signs of nibbling.