deers destroying my plants and garden - Knowledgebase Question

upper marlboro, Ma
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Question by alphonsocolb
June 8, 2009
how do I stop deers from eating my plants and flowers, I was told to buy some fox urine, will this work


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Answer from NGA
June 8, 2009
There are some "predator urines" on the market that are sold as animal pest repellents. Deer repellents are often based on egg, red pepper, and garlic or other proprietary recipes. If you are trying to repel deer, select one that is specifically labeled as being effective in deterring deer such as Ropel or Deer Away. Be sure to follow the application instructions and reapply as directed, too. Gardeners report different levels of success using repellents. In my own experience, a fence is the most reliable long term solution to the problem, especially if the deer browse problem is severe.

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