deer deterrents - Fine Gardening

  • How-To

    Deer Ate My Evergreen. Now What?

    So deer have carved their way into your arborvitae (Thuja spp. and cvs., Zones 2–8), rhododendron (Rhododendron spp. and cvs., Zones 3–11), or yew (Taxus spp. and cvs., Zones 5–8).…

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    How-To

    4 Techniques for Managing Deer in Your Garden

    I asked four horticulturists from around the country with decades of gardening experience how they deal with deer. Here are some of the strategies they use and advice they give…

  • plants that deter animals
    Design

    12 Beautiful Plants That Evolved Nasty Defenses Against Pests

    My taste in plants is not exactly traditional. Somewhere along the line, when my gardening priorities shifted toward sustainability, my passion for pretty things morphed into an appreciation for survivalists.…

  • gardening tips
    How-To

    Tips About Deer Control, Tomato Cages, Containers, and Garden Tools

    1. From dry cleaner to garden - Winning Tip To keep deer from browsing the leaves of hostas and other plants in my garden, I often float lightweight bird netting…

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    How-To

    Deterring Deer, Rabbits, and Javelinas From Southwestern Gardens

    Gardeners invest time, money, dedication, and care into their gardens. Many of us wait for special plants to display their dazzling show of blooms, leaf colors, and fruit at unique…

  • How-To

    35 Pest and Disease Remedies

    by Sharon Lovejoy   I’ve found that awareness and a quick response are two of the best allies against garden foes. By knowing my plants, as well as their pests and…

  • How-To

    Effective Deer Deterrents

    Observe the yearly patterns of deer and target your controls accordingly

  • Kitchen Gardening

    Damn You, My Deer

    Even though the deer stepped silently into the yard and devoured a container rose bush all in one night, I remained optimistic for a bit longer.