How to protect trees from deer?

Deer are notorious for destroying trees and shrubs. They can be seen grazing through pine needles, leaves buds, bark, or buds. But deers do not just eat your garden and can cause harm to trees by slicing them up using antlers. Landscapes that are newly planted and young are at risk of the aforementioned animal pranks. So take action immediately to guard your trees against the attack of a deer.



Physical Barriers Are the Most Effective Security

You've probably seen a myriad of suggestions on how to safeguard forests from the ravages of deer. They range from mothballs and strongly scented soaps to decaying fish heads and garlic heads. Each repellent works to a certain extent; however, deer may adjust to scents or disappear after rain or irrigation.

A sure-fire method to stop animals from eating the evergreen or pine trees is to put up an actual barrier. There are a variety of alternatives based on the dimensions of your property as well as your preferences for aesthetics. Here are some of the best suggestions:

Set up nylon netting around low-lying plants. Cover the plants with the mesh screen of nylon and secure the edges by using zip-ties or twine. Attach to stakes for tents.

Burlap wraps shrubs around them. Deer pose a serious threat to young trees during winter. Burlap bags for plants do more than cover the attractive foliage; it also prevents the branches from stretching out of shape when there is heavy snowfall.

Place plants around with wire cages. The cages must be at least 6 feet high. Set them just a few feet from shrubs or trees that are young and secure the cages with stakes. While deer can jump over fences as high as six feet, they're not willing to venture into a tiny space like a fenced-in area of yews or rhododendrons. Are you a homeowner with a small garden that you'd like to safeguard? Set it up with an old tomato cage, wire hanging basket, or a milk crate that is secured by stakes for tents.

Wrap trunks around tree wrap. Plastic or paper tree wraps protect young trees and thin-barked ones from Buck rubs. Change the wrap every couple of months to stop the buildup of moisture or infestation by insects.

Install a deer-proof fence over your entire property. Traditional residential fencing is able to keep animals out if it's at least 8 feet high. Other alternatives include exclusion fencing, snow fencing, slanted or outrigger fencing as well as the binder twine fence. In Indiana, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources provides more details on the construction of different types of fencing.

Other Methods to Protect Trees from Deer

Apart from constructing the physical line of defense, we have some other strategies that have proved effective against territorial and hungry deer:

• Take plants out of your garden that deer appreciate, like cedar, yew, maples, rhododendrons, and roses.
• Pick plants that deer don't like, for example, those with fuzzy leaves, fern-like foliage spines, or strong smells.
• Spray trees and shrubs that are vulnerable with a bitter, sour-smelling deer repellent.
• Eliminate food sources from your yard, such as pet food, bird feeders, and dishes.
• Install motion-detector sprinklers in order to scare deer away.
• Make sure trees are protected or replaced on your property.

The objective is to safeguard trees from deer as often as is it is possible. If the damage has already been completed, it could be time to get rid of or replace the tree. No matter what your requirements are, we are here to assist. Our tree services include pruning and pest control to efficient tree removal. With our help, your garden will be beautiful and healthy at any time of the year. Contact us for a free estimate for your project today.