In this episode, we take a close look at why some of Arizona’s most common landscaping bushes — especially lantana and rosemary — are huge rattlesnake magnets. We start by showing what’s going on inside a typical lantana shrub: deep shade, constant moisture from irrigation, and plenty of rodents. It’s perfect shelter all year, and rattlesnakes take full advantage of it.

We also share a few recent relocation calls where rattlesnakes were found hiding in different types of bushes, to further prove the point.

If you’re trying to make your yard less attractive to rattlesnakes, this video is a great place to start.