deer proofing a garden?

User: southboca
Posts 51

Eight-foot high fencing is going to set you back a pretty penny. So you may also want to simply take a commonsense approach to planting: Pick plants that deer don't like. Your garden center should be able to give you tips for what will work for your area. Typically, a mix of strong smelling plants confuse deer. Coarse/tough hairy, with prickly leaves or plants with milky/sticky sap repulse them. Once you've established your camouflage, you can work in plants that deer do like.

User: truck
Posts 15

i think the key is for it to be high, like over 8 ft. we use the fencing that is almost like mesh. it's pretty inexpensive and not a big deal to replace. good luck.

User: SaltyD
Posts 10

what kind of fencing will really keep the deer out of my garden? i didn't have much luck last year. thanks.