How to Keep Deer from Eating Your Garden Plants

How to Keep Deer from Eating Your Garden Plants

Hey there! So, have you ever tried growing a garden? Like, the kind with tomatoes and maybe some pretty flowers? It’s awesome until you realize the neighborhood deer think it’s their all-you-can-eat buffet. Yup, those cute little Bambi lookalikes will come in and munch your hard work away as if it’s salad night. Let’s figure out how to turn them into “Deer Not Welcome” signs, shall we?

Step 1: The Stinky Strategy

First off, you gotta get stinky! Deer don’t like strong smells. Grab some garlic and soak it in water overnight. Then sprinkle that stink juice all over your garden. It’ll keep them away faster than you can say “Ew, that smells!” You might attract a few vampires though…

Step 2: Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

Next up, let’s talk hair! Yup, human hair works wonders. Just ask your friend with long flowing locks to give you a bunch of their hair clippings. Sprinkle that in your garden like confetti at a birthday party but maybe not as fun. Deer hate humans, so they’ll think “Yikes, better go somewhere else.”

Step 3: Use Scare Tactics

Okay this one is super funny! Get some old clothes and stuff them with leaves or straw. Put sunglasses on them for extra style points. Stick them out in your garden like they’re having a beach day. Deer will see those “humans” and run like the wind! But don’t be surprised if actual humans come by wondering what’s going on.

Step 4: Noise Makers

You know what else works? Noisy stuff! Hang some wind chimes or old CD’s around your garden. The sound will make deer feel like they’re crashing an awkward party where nobody likes them. And trust me, no one wants to be at that party.

Step 5: Invite Friends Over

Now this one is genius – get some friends with dogs to come over for a BBQ…or just some hotdogs on the grill will do too! You can let those furry friends run around the yard while eating hotdogs (the dogs not the friends). The deer won’t wanna hang around when there are predators nearby!

Step 6: Go for Tall Fences

If you wanna keep it simple but effective try fences! Build a tall fence around your garden area. Deer are great jumpers but if it’s high enough they won’t bother trying . It’ll be like trying to jump over the Great Wall of China – way too much effort!

Step 7: A Bit of Gardening Magic

Lastly, plant things that deer don’t like near your tasty plants! Stuff like lavender or marigolds – these guys smell good for us but deers are like “No way Jose!” Plant them around your veggies and watch the deers take a detour because they’re picky eaters.

FAQ Section

Question: Will garlic stink up my whole house too?
Answer: Totally possible! Unless you want guests running away holding their noses – maybe keep it outside just in case.

Question: What if I don’t have long hair?
Answer: Time to make new friends at the local salon… or just buy fake hair online. Weird? Maybe.

Question: Do I have to use real dogs?
Answer: Well, stuffed animals don’t really scare deer… so real ones are better unless you got a really convincing plushie.

Question: Can I use anything else besides CDs for noise?
Answer: Yes! Like pots and pans or just sing terrible karaoke songs out loud; either option should work.

Question: What happens if they still get through my fence?
Answer: Time to build an even taller fence or start thinking about getting into competitive fencing yourself.

Question: How do I know which plants deer don’t eat?
Answer: Google is literally your best friend here; just type “deer resistant plants” and you’re good!

Question: Can I bribe the deer instead?
Answer: If donuts work then go for it! But you might end up starting a whole new neighborhood issue with donut-loving deer all around!

So there ya go buddy! With these tips now you’re armed and ready against those sneaky garden munchers. Happy gardening and may the odds be ever in your favor – or at least until next spring when those deer decide they’re hungry again!