How Do You Repel Deer Using Dried Blood Meal?
Young trees and shrubs are very vulnerable to browsing from deer. Erecting deer barriers can take a lot of time and money, and be can be unsightly in your landscaping or garden. Dried blood meal can be an effective alternative to deer barriers. Blood meal is relatively undetectable and an odor-free deer repellant. Dried blood meal will also augment the soil as a fertilizer, and contribute nutrients to promote growth of young trees and shrubs. Purchase dried blood meal at a gardening store or feed store. You may also want to look for deer repellant products that use a combination of ingredients to repel deer. Other ingredients in commercial deer repellants may include: garlic, processed sewage, ground chicken feathers, etc. Most of these products do not give off an odor, and contribute nutrients to the plants and soil. Sprinkle the dried blood meal around the base of the trees or shrubs you are trying to protect. If you live in a rainy region you should use more dried blood meal than if
