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Rhonda Massingham Hart (Author)
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As deer populations increase, property owners are looking for ways to combat damage from them. Master gardener Hart (Dirt-Cheap Gardening, Storey, 1995) offers environmentally responsible methods for deterring deer from the yard and garden. Besides information on historical deer populations, the roots and extent of the current problem, deer species, subspecies in the United States, and the life cycle and behavior of deer, she provides extensive tips on "deer-o-scaping" (avoiding plants deer prefer, taking advantage of those they dislike, and incorporating designs and structures to discourage them). Hart includes plant lists and specifications for fences and offers an extensive discussion of the products and home remedies used for deterrence. Though other publications on the topic abound, Hart's compilation of research, product information, and source lists is sure to be valued by those dealing with this problem. Highly recommended for public libraries, particularly in suburban and rural locations.?Bonnie Poquette, Appleton P.L., Wis.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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“…a practical…paperback that offers beleaguered homeowners advice on designing a garden that deer will find unappealing.” ¾Country Living

 

“This paperback book tells you…how to confuse deer and how to design a landscape that deer won’t like.” ¾Austin American-Statesman

 

“The book teaches you how to create a landscape to deter deer, which deer products work, and which ones don’t.” ¾Des Moines Register

 

“This handy guide offers steps to make gardens less appetizing using effective, environmentally responsible techniques.” ¾Indianapolis Star

 

“Hart…not only gives deer-proofing ideas, but she explains deer behavior and preferences so readers can better under what attracts and deters the animals.”

¾Akron Beacon Journal

 

“…Hart helps homeowners develop a strategy to discourage uninvited diners…”

¾Akron Beacon Journal

 

 “…Hart’s compilation of research, product information, and source lists is sure to be valued by those dealing with this problem . . . highly recommended for public libraries, particularly in suburban and rural locations.”  ¾Library Journal

 

“If deer raids on the garden are a problem, here is the solution.”¾Booklist

  --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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Product Details

  • Library Binding: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC; illustrated edition edition (January 9, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0882669885
  • ISBN-13: 978-0882669885
  • Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 6 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #129,692 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
    #86 in  Books > Outdoors & Nature > Fauna > Wildlife

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34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Advice for coping with 'deer' neighbors, January 2, 2000
By Jill Aspinall (Vermont, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Deer Proofing Your Yard & Garden (Library Binding)
Being new property & house owners in a suburban area adjacent to a deer wintering yard, this book provided us excellent advice on coping with our local deer population. We are planning a garden from scratch, and the information is very practical. It should help any gardener with deer in their area reduce their cost of resultant damage. The book deals with deer behavioural characteristics, and the likelihood of deer frequenting the property, as well as how to plan a deerproof garden. From plants that are detested by deer, to plants that will guarantee deer company: annual, perennial, shrub & tree choices are listed, including hardiness zone information. A range of strategies for keeping deer out of the garden is also included. The strategies go from fences to foul smelling substances to noise makers, and advice is given on the likelihood of success for each. An excellent tailorable reference book.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Information laden and downright funny, September 7, 2000
By Hilary Beech (Aptos, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Deer Proofing Your Yard & Garden (Library Binding)
This book is concise, well-structured and highly informative. It begins with an analysis of how deer think (if you can call it that!), and how they use their senses. The author then uses these insights to derive numerous strategies for avoiding attracting deer and deterring them if they do find your garden. These vary from what I would call defensive (avoid planting things that deer like to eat, using the exhaustive list provided as a guide - there are even some roses that deer apparently dislike!) to highly combative (electric fences, self-activated noises or sprinklers). She also offers numerous ideas for upsetting deers' reliance on their sense of smell, including stringing up highly scented soap bars, and spraying plants with homemade pepper spray or stinky egg mix! There is an edgy humor to the book that makes for a fun read. A very intelligent approach to a very exasperating problem. Buy it.
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The bible of deer resistant gardening, May 13, 2000
This review is from: Deer Proofing Your Yard & Garden (Library Binding)
This book has become the bible of deer resistant gardening for good reason. I have yet to find a more thorough text regarding deer behavior, deer deterrents and, deer resistant fences. If you have a deer problem you should defiantly read this book.

The one chapter that could be improved is the one entitled "Deer-o-Scaping", which discusses landscaping with deer resistant plants. The list of deer resistant plants provided in this chapter is divided into plant categories (i.e., annuals, perennials, etc...) and delineates the zones where each plant grows, as well as the plant's soil and light requirements. While this is certainly more information than I have seen provided in most deer resistant plant lists, it nevertheless assumes the reader knows what the plant looks like and is familiar with its' habit. The novice gardener will need to reference other publications to learn more about the plants in this list before he/she can plan an attractive deer resistant garden. The experienced gardener will undoubtedly wish the deer resistance of more unusual and exotic plants were discussed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very thorough Book!!
Excellent book. Easy reading! Thorough book and can't wait to try their suggestions for keeping deer out of my garden.
Published 5 months ago by Clint E. Knowlton

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference book
I thought this book was very helpful. Not only does it give you good ideas on how to deer-proof your yard, but it educates you on different types of deer, their behavior and what... Read more
Published 7 months ago by C. C. Van Zadelhoff

4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of good info but too verbose
I was given this book by a good friend. Indeed it does present a lot of good information, perhaps all that's really needed for deerproofing a yard. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Roy F. Johnson

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Read.
This book is very well written with a lot of information in it. I thought I knew a lot about deer until I read this book. Read more
Published on June 8, 2008 by Dancing Bear

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Useful reference to coping with deer problems.
I found the book very informative and helpful in coping with dear problems. The deer behavior section was very close to our actual observations on our property in Roche Harbor of... Read more
Published on August 14, 2005 by Donald W. Baker

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on the topic
This is simply an excellent book that tackles a critical wildlife management issue intelligently and without politics and rhetoric. Read more
Published on March 23, 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to gardening with deer
This book intoduces a lot of good ideas for detering deer from one's yard and covered all kinds of fencing options--even one only about 4' tall!! Read more
Published on October 28, 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars 101 Ideas for keeping deer out of your garden
This book should really be called 101 ideas for hopefully keeping deer at bay. As any one who has dealt with deer in the garden knows, it is not one thing you do, but a... Read more
Published on October 27, 1999 by V.J. Billings

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