Around this time of year, after most gardens have
been planted, we start to get questions about plant care and gardening
tips. The one question that Wayside
Gardens' customers seem to ask more than any other is, "How do I keep deer out of my garden?"
The depressing truth is that deer are like goats when they are
hungry; they will eat just about anything, even plants they don't like.
Here are the three most effective tips that I share every year for
dealing with foraging deer:
1. Plant Deer-Resistant Plants.
Basically, make your neighbor's garden
slightly more appealing than your own. Plant strongly perfumed flowers
and strongly fragrant trees, things deer will find repulsive.
slightly more appealing than your own. Plant strongly perfumed flowers
and strongly fragrant trees, things deer will find repulsive.
2. Use a Fence.
Deer can jump really high, but don't make it easy for them. 6 feet is a deterrent, and 8 feet is a solution.
3. Own a Dog.
Talking with the master gardeners and horticulturists on staff, the consensus is that a dog is the best
deer repellent you can buy, especially if it is a big dog that mostly stays outside.
But even the scent of a little dog in your yard will keep away most grazers.
deer repellent you can buy, especially if it is a big dog that mostly stays outside.
But even the scent of a little dog in your yard will keep away most grazers.
For more information check our online Plant Care Library.