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This quote can apply to certain aspects of gardening too. Deer get about a third of the water they need from eating plants, so in times of drought they may eat unusual plants just to avoid dehydration.The silver lining, is that usually a desperate deer...

If repellents aren't working, think about building a deer proof fence.Deer are elegant and graceful creatures but these attributes fall short when they have been in the garden eating your prize plants.

An alternative to tall fencing is an electric fence, which may be ideal for smaller garden areas.Some people even favor the “peanut butter” fence to keep deer out of the garden.

The same is true after a hail storm or other like events that cause significant damage to rose bushes.If you live in an area that is known to have deer close by, think about protection early on.

Creating a deer resistant garden should mesh together defense with beauty.Overall, there are some guidelines for plants to choose.Shrubs or bushes which might be appropriate could start with:are seldom bothered by deer.

Therefore, don't be alarmed if even some of your so-called deer resistant plants become a quick snack.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });While there are numerous plants that can be used to create a deer...

If deer are a problem in your area, give up the idea of drifts of tastyand stick with deer resistant bulbs in your landscaping plans.Flower bulbs that deter deer do so for many different reasons, but most of them have to do with the physical properties...

If you decide to use a tree wrap, make sure it reaches a point about five feet off the ground and leave it up through the winter. This rubbing behavior typically starts in early fall, with the male deer running the surfaces of their horns against saplings...

While they may not actually be eating the fruit, the real issue is the nibbling away at tender shoots, resulting in a compromised harvest. There are a number of fencing methods with some more successful than others in keeping deer away from fruit trees.When...

Spread about 2 inches of compost or rotted manure over the area and dig it in to a depth of at least 8 inches. It also withstands drought but grows best with irrigation during prolonged dry spells.

Remove others from crowded areas.Cutting back St. John's wort increases flowering because every place you make a cut will branch into two stems. You must take this timing into account as you decide when to cut back St. John's wort.

When you begin getting rid of St. John's wort, you'll want to continue until the weed is completely under control.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });), also called goatweed or Klamath weed, like many invasive...

Cut the plant back hard in fall for better spring displays. It has also been used since ancient times to treat wounds and inflammation. It is a high ground cover that may get 3 feet tall with a similar spread.of Tutsan flowers evoke woodsy appeal in even...

Thereafter, St. Andrew's cross plants require little supplemental irrigation. Site the plant in partial sunlight and nearly any type of well-drained soil.St. Andrew's cross plants can be propagated by seeds directly in the garden any time after danger...

This is understandable because parts were available that would change the tractor hitch into a horse hitch (complete with the addition of a seat for the driver), and having the rake support itself would have taken an unnecessary strain off the horses...

This plant deserves better. Actually, that could be why the plant lasted so long. Cooler climates can probably give it full sun with no problems. Say hello to Silver Sage, otherwise known as Salvia argentea.

Numerous home remedies are reputed to keep critters at bay, and an entire industry has created all sorts of commercial products that claim to repel animals and protect your prized plants.

It sometimes works, but deer may jump it.On our farm, we installed a combination of six foot high lattice panel and privacy fence to act as garden walls. This will trip them and frighten them away.Any type of noise maker might work.

Interestingly, the the $4.00 bulb (when purchasing 5 bulbs) is offered bysource. The orange Fritillaries currently have no fragrance at all (even when I disturb the leaves) and the yellow ones smell only slightly when I put my nose next to a plant.

“If the last five years [have] shown us anything, it is that the public is more engaged than ever in the food system,” says Robert Martin, former executive director of PCIFAP and current senior policy advisor at CLF.

If you have several acres of land, there are likely some corners of your property you don't frequent often. Sometimes just being outside, not doing anything, is enough to fully enjoy a winter day on the farm.

Scientists found no cross reactivity with the tuberculosis serology tests, demonstrating that animals could be vaccinated against Johne's disease without interfering with bovine tuberculosis testing.

Unfortunately, there isn't a permanent solution. Hollies are dioecious, meaning that plants are either male or female, and you need both for berry production. Browsers rather than grazers like sheep and horses, deer are happy to sample whatever looks,...

Hutch started coming out head first with his front legs folded back, so my mom put some stuff on her arm and pushed Hutch back and pulled his legs forward so he could slide out. They felt sorry for Latifah because they thought she was in awful pain but...

John, an active young man with so much life before him, was depressed and devastated. Some have other fun features including swimming pools (bird baths) in the roof. All the insides are removable for easy cleaning." It appears (in the following pictures)...

It might be a bad year for my hostas, heucheras, and sunflowers. « More Dirt on Gardening » These darned deer are really ticking me off. They ate a lot of stuff this past winter that they aren't ‘supposed to' eat including boxwood (!), dogwood, hollies,...

After Morningsong and breakfast, I headed over to the greenhouse to begin another day in the Folk School garden. Lough's music and stories were far more entertaining than anything on television; it made me long for the days of families sitting around...