How do I keep out rabbits & deer that are eating my lilies and hostas?
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Carol
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I've never had problems before like this year with bunnies eating all my lilies and hosta plants as well as the deer that have been hopping over my fence...Any ways to deter them outside of putting up a chicken wire fence around my flower bed?
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May I suggest scattering human hair. It will detour the deer I'm sure of But be sure to go to a barber that does men's hair your less likely to get the smelly perfume shampoos in the hair such as strawberries watermelon and such that women use which will attract deer good luck to you.
Thanks for the suggestion Shannon
Hi Carol!
I know sometimes we can't seem to get rid of nature's creatures who love our goodies in the garden. Here are some suggestions for you.
https://www.hunker.com/13405816/home-remedy-for-rabbits-eating-hostas
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/protect-hostas-rabbits-deer-21018.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogZ-f7CVOq0
https://blog.hostasdirect.com/keep-deer-away-from-hostas/
You can spray a product call Liquid Fence. it is probably the most effective but smell horrible.
You can also plant deer & rabbit resistant plants.
Thanks Kathy..I will look for it
I agree- Its a very frustrating situation.This was one of my exam questions.
Perhaps these references might help you.
Generally unless you want to construct tall fencing being aware of what deer like and dislike is advisable and to be aware of repellents effectiveness.
1-Preventive deterrent by plant/ landscaping choices could offer deer resistance
Landscape Plants Rated by Deer Resistance
https://njaes.rutgers.edu/pubs/download.php?strPubID=E271 This publication can offer homeowner comprehensive detailing that might aid in making the right choices before planting. Regional differences in deer species and plants could apply.
2-Deer a garden pest
https://pubs.ext.vt.edu/content/dam/pubs_ext_vt_edu/HORT/HORT-62/HORT-62-PDF.pdf
3- Research has shown that, while that odor repellents tend not to work, taste repellents can be very effective. Any repellent with egg solids, blood, hot pepper, or capsaicin as an ingredient is your best choice. Some repellents contain both eggs and hot pepper or capsaicin, and those work particularly well.
https://joegardener.com/podcast/wildlife-control/