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    B                                      
    Best   BioDefend   Bobbex                                         
    C                                   
    Chew-Not                             
    D                                               
    Deer Away   Deer Away BGR   Deerbusters 1                                  Deerbuster Sachets   Deer Chaser   Deer Guard   Deer Fortress       DeerMinders   Deer No-No   Deer Off   Deer Pharm                        Deer Scram   Deer Stopper   DeerVik   Dr. T's   
    G                                                            
    Garlic Barrier   Green Screen   Green Thumb                             
   H                              
    Heavy Weight   Hinder
    I                                   
    I Must Garden - All Season          
    L                                   
    Leg Up   Liquid Fence
    M                                 
    Miller's Hot Sauce   Milorganite
    N                                 
    Natural Pest Solutions    Nature's Defense    N.I.M.B.Y.                    Not Tonight Deer
    O                                   
    Original PredatorPee
    P                                  
    Plant Pro-Tec   Plant Saver   Plantskydd   Plotsaver   Predascent
    R                                  
    Repel   Repel-A-Tie   Repellex Original   Ropel
    S                                   
    Scoot Deer   Shake-Away   Shot-Gun   St. Gabriel's   Sweeney's
    T                                               
    Tree Guard
    W                                 
    Wolfin
 Best Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by fear. 
  • Active Ingredients:  100% dried blood from animals prepared for food. Cow, pig and chicken by-products from untraceable sources.
  • Rain Resistant:  only light rain resistant.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic to animals.
  • EPA exempt
  • Thought to be non-burning on most plants. Safe for ornamental plants only.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this Best brand of deer damage control available only from Maine Supply Co. and a listing link on MSN Shopping.

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Concentrate:
          4 fl oz  makes 1 qt. repellent  @ $7.95        (No info given)
          16 fl oz makes 1 gal. repellent @ $24.95     (No info given)



Application Instruction:
You must apply it as often as the weather and growing conditions require. First test the fitness of the product to determine if it is suitable for your purposes. Then use accordingly.

Spray on stems and leaves or ornamental plants. You should begin your deer control spraying program early in the spring before they start browsing in your yard for best results. Reapply every few weeks in warm weather. Always reapply after heavy rainfall.

** Stains wood, concrete, building materials and clothing. Not safe for food crops. Use club soda as a fabric stain remover.

 
Actual User Comments:

None found anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy:  100% guarantee when used as directed.
30-day refund policy only granted if you mail your receipt and written statement or why you aren't happy with the product.

                                 
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 BioDefend Deer Repellent Review
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  putrescent whole egg solids, white pepper and vinegar. Hot, pickled flavoring and rotten smelling vegetation is not preferred by the average deer for eating.
  • Rain Resistant:  up to 3 months in normal rainfall. Heavy rain and snowfall will make it necessary to reapply more often. For improved rain resistance, mix with a sticker agent before spraying plants.
  • Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Test foliage for signs of burning before applying. Thought to be non-burning on most plants. Safe for flowering plants and vegetables.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer damage control available for sale from a  number of discount merchants. BioDefend is no longer in business and their 800 number is out of service. The BioDefend line of pest repellents was not taken over by another manufacturer.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          16 fl oz spray covers 250 sq ft. @ $11.95  (10' x 25' area)
          32 fl oz spray covers 500 sq ft. @ $19.99  (10' x 50' area)
Concentrate:
          32 fl oz covers 4000 sq ft.  @ $23.99        (100' x 40' area)
          1 gallon covers 16,000 sq ft. @ $79.99     (100' x 160' area)



Application Instruction:

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray item to be   protected from all angles until completely wet all over. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray item to be protected from all angles until completely wet all over.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.



Actual User Comments:

None found anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy:
  Check independent merchant's return policies.

  Bobbex Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:   meat meal, fish oil, putrescent eggs, garlic and other naturally occurring ingredients.
  • Rain Resistant:  During the growing season, reapply every 7-14 days in normal rainfall. Heavy rain and snowfall will make it necessary to reapply more often. In winter, reapply approximately every 2 months.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Test foliage for signs of burning before applying. Thought to be non-burning on most plants. Safe for ornamental plants. Safe on certain vegetables.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer damage control available for sale from a  number of discount merchants.

Manufacturer's Comments: "The systematic use of BOBBEX will substantially reduce damage to plantings by interrupting the browsing habits of deer which are turned away by its taste and odor. BOBBEX at the same time is a nutritional product providing ingredients which favorably increase plant vitality and vigor."


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit
Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz spray bottle @ $18.75            (No area coverage stated)
          48 fl oz pump bottle @ $25.75           
(No area coverage stated)
Concentrate:
          32 fl oz - makes 2.5 gal.  @ $27.75   
(No area coverage stated)
          1/2 gal. - makes 4.5 gal. @ $54.95   
(No area coverage stated)
          2.5 gal. - makes 22 gal. @ $175.00    (No area coverage stated)
          (Also available in 5 gal. - makes 45. gal. @ $299.75)



Application Instruction:

Requires 5-6 hours drying time before rainfall, irrigation or freezing temperatures. All foliage must be completely dry before spraying for best sticking action.

Winter Application: 5:1 dilution ... Season Application: 8:1 dilution

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray each plant to be  protected (stem, leaves and flowers) until completely wet to the point of drip. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray all parts of the plants to be protected; stems, leaves and flowers. Spray each plant until wet to the point of a drip. For best results - only spray when plants are completely dry and begin your spray program when plants are 1/1" out of ground in spring.     

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:


"I know it does make some plants bigger and more robust than normal when you spray after every rain washes it off. It does smell pretty bad until it dries so hopefully you're not spraying a large area ..."   DavesGarden.com

"The deer have been ravaging my flower gardens despite the Deer-Off, Bobbex, Deerout, yada, yada, yada … GardenWeb.com

"I find Bobbex saves my roses where nothing else has....it does not have to be applied frequently or reapplied after a rain ..."   GardenWeb.com

 "also have used Bobex. The liquid fence is smellier than the other and seems to last longer …"   GardenWeb.com


Refund Policy: 
If you are not satisfied with the product, Bobbex will either refund or replace the product. Request must be accompanied with proof of purchase.

  Chew-Not Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:   Pesticide Thiram (22%) and latex-polymer sticker for season-long adherence to foliage.
  • Rain Resistant:  Will not wash off. Winter use only.
  • EPA restricted chemical:  May only be applied October-March in these 17 northern states. OH, PA, NY, MI, CT, MA, IN,IL, NJ, WV, MN, WI, VT, NH, RI, DE, MD.
  • Apply to ornamental plants and trees only.
  • Professional Endorsement:  New York Times

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available only from the manufactuer.

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Concentrate:
          1/2 gal. - makes 1gal. @ $39.00        (Area coverage varies)
          1 gal. - makes 2 gal. @ $67.50          
(Area coverage varies)
          2.5 gal. - makes 5 gal. @ $145.00      (Area coverage varies)
          5 gal. - makes 10 gal. @ $275.00       (Area coverage varies)


Application Instruction:

FOLIAGE MUST BE DRY AND SNOW FREE TO APPLY. Apply only in temperatures above 40 degrees. EPA registered pesticide: Must wear goggles, protective clothing and rubber gloves when applying. Recommended to spray when wind will not cause drift.

Mix 1-quart to 3-7 gallons of water. Will cover 1000 sq.ft. of evergreen foliage.

 
Actual User Comments:


No user feedback found anywhere online.


Refund Policy: 
No money-back guarantee stated or implied.


Deer Away Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  foliar spray and perimeter spray
  • Deer control by smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   putrescent eggs
  • Rain Resistant:  up to 3 months. Heavy rain and snowfall will make it necessary to reapply more often.
  • Manufacturer hazard warning:  for humans, pets and waterways.
  • EPA registered.  USDA approved for use in Organic Gardening 
  • Safe for ornamental plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available at many online discount stores as well as the manufacturer's online shopping cart.

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          16 fl oz spray covers 250 sq ft. @ $9.71         (10' x 25' area)
          32 fl oz spray covers 500 sq ft. @ $14.16       (10' x 50' area)
          1 galllon spray covers 2000 sq ft. @ $35.14    (40' x 50' area)

Concentrate:
          16 fl oz covers 1250 sq ft.  @ $21.27              (25' x 50' area)
          32 fl oz covers 2500 sq ft. @ $32.04              
(50' x 50' area)
          1 gallon covers 10,000 sq ft. @ $106.60          (100' x 100' area)


Application Instruction:

Apply only to dry plants, and only under conditions favoring prompt drying of spray - lightly breezy, mild dry weather with low relative humidity. Repeat as necessary.

Do not apply during bud break of flowers as injury and petal drop can occur.

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray each plant to be  protected until completely wet to the point of runoff. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray all parts of the plants to be protected until wet to the point of runoff. Rain resistant - heavy rainfall requires reapplication.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:


No user feedback anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy: 
Refund only available if product arrives damaged. 


Deer Away Big Game Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  foliage spray and dry powder shaker.
  • Deer control by smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   putrescent eggs
  • Rain Resistant:  lasts 10-12 weeks. Heavy rain and snowfall will make it necessary to reapply more often.
  • Repels mule deer & elk.
  • EPA registered.  USDA approved for use in Organic Gardening 
  • Safe for ornamental plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available at many online discount stores as well as the manufacturer's online shopping cart.

Cannot be shipped to: DC, NV, PR


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Powder Shaker:
          1 lb. covers 30-36 (4') shrubs @ $14.16       (Measured by plants)
          1 lb.covers 60-72 (4' ) shrubs @ $23.85       (Measured by plants)

Spray Concentrate:
          32 fl oz covers 60-72 (4') shrubs @ $24.10  
(Measured by plants)


Application Instruction:

Liquid applications should always be applied to dry foliage in above 40 degree weather conditions.

Dry powder solution - apply according to package directions when you notice deer beginning to browse.
 
Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray as directed when you notice deer beginning to browse.     

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:


USDA Forestry Service Study 1998-99: Found Deer Away BGR to be the MOST effective of all deer repellents tested. 100% effective for approx. 10wks. In growing season. (Areas with snowfall - wouldn't be effective in winter) ...  See comparison chart on pg. 5 at the above link the USDA Report.

"This repellent was applied to two trees on two occasions. There was no deer damage on either of the trees on the 2 assessment periods ..."
WalnutCouncil.org


Refund Policy: 
Does not apply to product unless arrives damaged. 


Deerbusters 1 Deer Repellent Review
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by taste and smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   putrescent egg, garlic and hot pepper.
  • Rain Resistant:  3-4 months.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamental plants and vegetable gardens. Will not stain foliage and flowers.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available at many online discount stores as well as the manufacturer's online shopping cart.

Cannot be shipped to:  CA

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz spray  @ $19.95                           (
40-50 4' high shrubs)

Concentrate:
          32 fl oz - makes 2 gal. RTU  @ $49.95      
(300-400 4' high shrubs)
          1 gal. - makes 8 gal. RTU @ $165.95         (1200-1600 4' high shrubs)
          2.5 gal. - makes 20 gal RTU @ $289.00     (3000-4000 4' high shrubs)

FOR ADDED RAIN RESISTANCE:

Deerbusters Weathershield:
         16 fl oz - makes 2.5 gal RTU @ $15.95       (No coverage stated)


Application Instruction:

Apply only to dry plants, and only under conditions favoring prompt drying of spray - lightly breezy, mild dry weather with low relative humidity. Repeat as necessary.

Do not apply during bud break of flowers as injury and petal drop can occur.

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray each plant to be protected according to label directions. Concentrate solution: Mix 1 part repellent with 8 parts water. Spray all parts of the plants to be protected according to label directions. Rain resistant - heavy rainfall requires reapplication.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:

No actual user feedback found anywhere on the Internet.

Reference to Garden WatchDog rating applies only to customer reviews for purchase of coldframe and trellis.

Refund Policy:  Applies only to return of unopened products.
 

Deerbusters Repellent Sachets Review
 
  • Application Type:  hang it up as is.
  • Deer control by fear. 
  • Active Ingredients:   99% meat meal and 1% hot pepper.
  • Rain Enhanced:  3-4 months.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamental plants and vegetable gardens. Will not stain foliage and flowers.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available at many online discount stores as well as the manufacturer's online shopping cart.

Cannot be shipped to:  CA


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          24 pack of sachets @ $24.95                        (75'-100' linear feet)



Application Instruction:

Hang sachets at 3 feet above ground and spaced 3' - 4' apart.

Rain and wet weather actually enhance the repellent in the sachets.

No messy spraying and constant reapplication. Based on USDA Forestry Service testing this product would be best used in winter. See link provided in user comments below.


Actual User Comments:

USDA Forestry Service Study 1998-99: Found Deerbusters Sachets to be the MOST effective of in winter months. Winter effectiveness was 80% at 5 weeks and steadily declining from there.  In growing season, lost effectiveness by 25% after 3 day and 50% before 2 weeks.
See comparison chart on pg. 5 at the above link the USDA Report.

A noted reference to Garden WatchDog rating applies only to customer reviews for purchase of coldframe and trellis.

Refund Policy:  Applies only to return of unopened products. 


Deer Chaser Citrus Repellent Review
Now marketed as  Deer No-No brand.


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Deer Fortress Deer Repellent Review
 Now marketed as Sweeny's All-Season brand.


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DeerMinders Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by taste and smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   not stated.
  • Rain Resistant:  apply every month.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamental plants. Will not stain foliage and flowers.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available only on Deer Minders website.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz spray  @ $11.99                           (
No coverage stated)

Concentrate:
          32 fl oz - makes 4 gal. RTU  @ $39.99      
(No coverage stated)


Application Instruction:
Apply only to dry plants, and only under conditions favoring prompt drying of spray - lightly breezy, mild dry weather with low relative humidity. NOTE: over 5' of rainfall in a month is heavy rainfall and reapplication will be necessary. DO NOT SPRAY on exceedingly hot days - 80 degrees or cooler.

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray each plant to be protected according to label directions. Concentrate solution: Mix 1 part repellent with 8 parts water. Spray all parts of the plants to be protected according to label directions.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.

Actual User Comments:

No actual user feedback found anywhere on the Internet.

Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 


Deer No No Citrus Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: hanging sachet
  • Deer control by taste and smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   pungent citrus in a soap-based cake.
  • Rain Proof:  10 to 12 months.
  • All Natural:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamental plants. Will not stain foliage and flowers.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You will find this brand of deer browsing control available as a normal online purchase only at Gardener's Supply.

Application Instruction:

Hang sachets at 3-5' above ground and spaced 2' - 2.5' apart.

Rain and wet weather do not affect the cake in the sachet.

No messy spraying and constant reapplication.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          6-pack of sachets  @ $32.95                           (
12-15 linear feet)


Actual User Comments:

"while they don't stop the deer entirely I think they are definitely a deterrent, although not cheap. But then neither are trees and shrubs …" GardenersSupply.com

Deer just seem to ignore them and keep on coming. … GardenersSupply.com

"I tried hanging soap (not the prettiest sight) and spraying with Liquid Fence. Nothing deterred these visitors until I ordered Deer No No and hung the bags throughout the open areas …" GardenersSupply.com

" ... 'my' lady mule deer continues to munch the rose bushes - we finally put up a fence ... these bushes bloom once a year, we will remove the fence when they are finished blooming …" GardenersSupply.com

Refund Policy:  No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 



 Deer Off Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • No Rotten Egg Smell: strong pepperment odor is used to repel deer by scent.
  • Rain Resistant: 3-4 months in normal rainfall. Heavy rain and snowfall will make it necessary to reapply more often. For improved rain resistance, this deer repellent contains no commercial glues that can damage plant foliage. Stickers used in the formula are gum arabic and hydrogenated vegetable oil.
  • All Naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, leave a film, stain or discolor your plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  National Gardening Association

 
Deer Out can be purchased from the manufacturer as well as online yard and  garden merchants.



Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          16 fl oz spray covers 250 sq ft. @ $11.95   (10' x 25' area)
          32 fl oz spray covers 500 sq ft. @ $19.99   (10' x 50' area)
Concentrate:
          32 fl oz covers 4000 sq ft.  @ $23.99         (100' x 40' area)
          1 gallon covers 16,000 sq ft. @ $79.99      (100' x 160' area)
          (Also available in 2.5 gal., 5 gal. and 55 gallon quantities)

 
Application Instruction:

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray item to be protected from all angles until completely wet all over. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray item to be protected from all angles to allow for best protection.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.

 
Actual User Comments:

   
"I tried Deer Out because of the nasty odor of Liquid Fence. I sprayed Deer Out weekly for a few weeks. The deer seem to love this stuff. I have lots of damage since I made the switch. ..."  
DavesGarden.com

"I hate: "liquid fence" for obvious reasons. and "deer out" - the rotten eggs smell like crap and stain my flowers, hate it. … GardenWeb.com

 "Deer Out" works wonders. I have had no damage in a month. I still have  lily buds everywhere. Nothing has been eaten here. The other two brands did not work as well …"   Suite101.com

  "Last year I only needed to use deer out 3 times the whole growing season. This year the deer seems to have become used to it …"   GardenWebcom



Refund Policy: 
Money back guarantee from the manufacturer.

Deer Pharm Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by taste and smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:   fish, broccoli and soybean oil stickers.
  • Rain Resistant:  not said to be rain resistant. Manufacturer's site states to keep reapplying it.
  • Certified Organic:  environmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamental plants and vegetables. Will not stain foliage and flowers.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You
can purchase this deer repellent brand from online yard and garden merchants. The best pricing is obtained buying manufacturer direct.

This is the first deer repellent to be certified organic.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz spray bottle @ $11.95                  (No coverage stated)
Concentrate:
          1 gallon ready to mix @ $95.00                (No coverage stated)


Application Instruction:
During the early season, spray frequently. As the season progresses you can space out your reapplications. If deer return, spray more often and they will leave.

Do not use in bear country! Do not spray outside bedroom windows. Spray at dusk to avoid sunburn on leaves. Over night oil is absorbed into the foliage and the stench will disappear.

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray item to be protected from all angles until completely wet all over. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray item to be protected from all angles to allow for best protection.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:


"I
've decided to try an organic product called Deer Pharm to discourage their grazing. I've just come in from spraying, and although i've washed my hands five times and doused them in lemon juice, i still stink! If the deer find my dogwoods to be as repugnant as I'm now finding myself, this stuff should work! ..." 
DavesGarden.com


Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Deer Scram Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  granular.
  • Deer control by fear. 
  • Active Ingredients:   blend of selected organic components
  • Rain Resistant:  30-45 days. Does not wash away.
  • All naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic. 
  • EPA exempt.
  • Safe for ornamental plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You can purchase this deer repellent brand from online yard and garden merchants or direct from Deer Scram's website.

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use Shaker:
          2.5 lb. - covers 1600 sq ft. @ $18.95         (32' x 50' area)
Bulk Quantity:
          6 lb. bucket - 5400 sq ft. @ $95.00            (54' x 100' area)
          25 lb. pail - 32,400 sq ft. @$117.95           (150' x 216' area)


Application Instruction:

Just sprinkle the granular deer repellent according to schedule and you are done. No mess and no stench.

For larger beds or gardens, apply a 20"-24" wide strip at 18 inches outside the plot.  Also lay down 16" wide strips inside the planted area that are spaced about 30 feet apart. All inside areas of the planting bed or garden should have a barrier strip no more than15' away.


Actual User Comments:


"I LOVE Deer Scram. However, I don't put it down as instructed 'cause I think that's wasteful. I sprinkle over the plants from which I want the deer to stay away ...  On shrubs, I use Deer Stopper on anything tall - up to 4 or 5 feet. That, too, seems to work for several weeks ..."  GardenWeb.com

"I've been using Deerscram for a couple months and continue to use it through winter. Have had no more deer problems ..."  DavesGarden.com

"We have found Deer Scram (granular) to be quite effective with use of Deer Out occasionally - once/week or maybe every ten days ..."  GardenWeb.com

"I like the "scatter once and don't curse yourself out if it rains that afternoon" approach of deer scram. i couldn't help thinking though, that maybe the $3 boxes of dried blood i got from walmart last year for my compost pile might work just as well and cost a whole lot less ..."  GardenWeb.com


Refund Policy: 
100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
 

 Deer Stopper Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  spice oils and putrescent egg solids - "pleasant smelling"
  • Heavy Rain Proof: 3-4 weeks between applications.
  • Organicenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, leave a film, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  National Gardening Association    
                                                     P. Allen Smith

                                                   
Good Housekeeping Research Institute

 
You
can purchase this deer repellent brand from online yard and garden merchants or direct from Messina Wildlife Control's website.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz - covers 1000 sq ft. @ $12.99              (20' x 50' area)
         
32.2 fl oz - covers 1100 sq ft. @ $14.99           (20' x 55' area)
          1 gal. - covers 4000 sq ft. @ $24.99                 (50' x 80' area)
          100 ft.
Pretreated Barrier Ribbon @ $14.99      (25' x 25' area)

Concentrate:
          16 fl oz - covers 5000 sq ft. @ $24.99              (50' x 100' area)
          32 fl oz - covers 10,000 sq ft. @ $34.99           (80' x 125' area)
          1 gal. - covers 40,000 sq ft. @ $124.99            (80' x 125' area)
          2.5 gal. - covers 100,000 sq ft. @ $249.99       (80' x 125' area)


Application Instruction:

For spray direct to foliage: Apply to dry leaves. Repellent dries clear and odor free in about 20 minutes and will not wash off after a heavy rain.


RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray plants to be protected according to label directions. Concentrate solution: Mix according to label direction with water. Spray plants to be protected according to label directions.

Deer Stopper Pretreated Ribbon is installed on 3' tall plastic stakes. The ribbon is reusable by reapplying the deer repellent according to instructions approx. every 30 days.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:

"On shrubs, I use Deer Stopper on anything tall - up to 4 or 5 feet. That, too, seems to work for several weeks ..."  GardenWeb.com

"I've found it works wonderfully and doesn't have to be reapplied after a heavy rain ..."  GardenWeb.com


Refund Policy: 
100% satisfaction guaranteed or money back.
 

DeerVik Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  paste on a stick
  • Deer control by smell. 
  • Active Ingredients:  garlic  - "foul smelling"
  • Rain Resistant: up to 4 weeks between applications in average rainfall. Works in winter too.
  • Non-toxic and biodegradable.
  • EPA rating unknown
  • Will not burn foliage, leave a film, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You
can purchase this deer repellent brand only on DeerVik's website.

 
Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          16 oz  - with 10 scent-tags @ $19.99   (40 applications per jar)
          7 lb. - with 30 scent-tags @ $74.95     (280 applications per jar)
          10 - extra scent-tags @ $3.95         

"16 oz container will protect an average garden through an entire season."
(This reporter was unaware there was such a thing as an "average" garden size.)


Application Instruction:
Apply paste repellent directly to the scent-tags. Position them on or near the plants you want to protect. Paste does not freeze in winter.


Easy and fast to apply with color coordinated tags.
 Actual User Comments:

" ... a product I purchase for my mother. They no longer have deer, but have rabbits and squirrels etc. It has been the only thing that works, especially in freezing weather which can mask some scents ..."  GardenWeb.com

"
we've also tried Deervik, which didn't seem to work … " 
GardenersCorner.org

"I've had good luck with using Deer-Vik, but I alternate that with Deer Fence, a liquid product. A bare branch on my variegated Euonymous this morning tells me I need to spray again ..."  GardenWeb.com

Refund Policy:  No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Dr. T's Deer Blocker Review
  
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  putrescent egg, garlic, capsaisin and mint.
  • Rain Resistant: up to 3 months with moderate rainfall.
  • Organicenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none
 
You
can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online yard and garden merchants.

Cannot be shipped to: AZ, DC, HI, ID, IL, KS, ME, MA, MO, MT, NV, NJ, OK, OR, RI, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WY.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          28 fl oz - covers 450 sq ft. @  "inquire"                (18' x 25' area)

Concentrate:

          16 fl oz - covers 1875 sq ft @ $23.00                (37.5' x 50' area)
          1 gal. - covers 15,000 sq ft. @ $144.90             (100' x 150' area)


Application Instruction:

Foliage must be dry at time of application. The repellent must be reapplied after a heavy rain or when apparent reapplication is necessary.
Treat at the beginning of the season and repeat as required afterwards. May need increased frequency of applications if there are large numbers of deer in the area.

RTU or ready to use solution - shake well before each use; spray plants to be protected according to label directions. Concentrate solution: Shake well and mix according to label direction with water. Spray spray leaves and stems of plants to be protected from all sides to the point of run off.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:

No user feedback found anywhere on the Internet.

Refund Policy:  No refund or replacement of product implied or stated.
 

Garlic Barrier Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  99.3% garlic oil.
  • Rain Resistant: up to 3 months with moderate rainfall.
  • Naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

Y
ou can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online yard and garden merchants.

Cannot be sold or shipped to: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Carolina, Washington D.C., Washington state, West Virginia, Wyoming, Canada

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Concentrate:

          32 fl oz - covers 10,890 sq ft @ $9.95              (100' x 109' area)
          1 gal. - covers 43,560 sq ft. @ $82.95             (1-acre area)

 Application Instruction:
Foliage must be dry at time of application. The repellent must be reapplied after a heavy rain or when apparent reapplication is necessary.
Treat at the beginning of the season and repeat as required afterwards. May need increased frequency of applications if there are large numbers of deer in the area.

Concentrate solution: Shake well and mix according to label direction with water. Spray spray leaves and stems of plants to be protected from all sides to the point of run off.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.
 Actual User Comments:

No user feedback found anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Green Screen Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  hanging sachets
  • Deer control by fear. 
  • Active Ingredients:  blood meal
  • Weather Proof:  up to 3 months between applications.
  • All Naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, leave a film, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants. No harm to new bud growth.
  • Professional Endorsement:  Michigan State University                                                                  Michigan Department of Agriculture

Y
ou can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online yard and garden merchants.

Restricted shipping. Can only be sent to: CT, GA, IL, IN, IA, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NH, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, VA, WV, WI.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          20-bag pack @ $19.95              (20 shrubs or 40'-54' lin ft)
          40-bag pack @ $34.95              (40 shrubs or 80'-104' lin ft)
         
100-bag pack @ $84.95            (200 shrubs or up to 250' lin ft)
          200-bag pack @ $159.95           (400 shrubs or up to 1250 lin ft)

Bulk Powder:
          3 lb. -
covers 225-300 sq ft. @ $19.95        (up to 15' x 20' area)
          40 lb. - covers 3000-4000 sq ft @ $84.95    (up to 40' x 100' area)


Application Instruction:

Hang bags 2'-2.5' apart and 4'-5' high. One bag per shrub works well. In areas that there are no shrubs or trees to hang repellent bags on, simply place them on a post or prop. 


Rain and wet weather actually enhance the repellent in the sachets.
Bags will withstand extreme weather conditions and last approximately three months.

No messy spraying and constant reapplication. Based on USDA Forestry Service testing this product would be best used in winter. See link provided in user comments below.

Actual User Comments:

"I found when I hung the bags up as directed, the bags were promptly ripped down and chewed up by raccoons. Since the directions on the packet claimed the product could also be used to drive away raccoons, this was disappointing. I e-mailed them, but they did not reply ..." DavesGarden.com

"Only draw back is that dogs are attracted to the bags …" DavesGarden.com


Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Green Thumb Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  unknown
  • Rain Resistance:  "long-lasting" - no further data available.
  • Naturalaccording to the EPA active ingredient ID this is comprised of food grade ingredients - 25(b).
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamentals plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online home and hardware merchants.

Note:  It appears that this product has been discontinued by the manufacturer, Maid Brands Inc. There is no reference to this deer repellent anywhere on the manufacturer's website.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):
          32 fl oz $12.97                (No area coverage information)
        
  1 gal. @ $21.44                   (No area coverage information)


Application Instruction:
Foliage must be dry at time of application. No applications information is offered by any seller of the product. Read the label if you want to more. Green Thumb products are sold at many local hardware and big box merchant stores.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:

None found anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Heavy Weight Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type:  foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  unknown
  • Rain Resistance:  "long-lasting" - no further data available.
  • Naturalaccording to the EPA active ingredient ID this is comprised of food grade ingredients - 25(b).
  • EPA exempt
  • Safe for ornamentals plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

Y
ou can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online home and hardware merchants.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):

          32 fl oz $9.99                 (No area coverage information)
        
  1 gal. @ $22.99                   (No area coverage information)


Application Instruction:

Foliage must be dry at time of application. No applications information is offered by any seller of the product. Read the label if you want to more. Maid Brand products are sold at many local hardware and big box merchant stores.


Actual User Comments:

None found anywhere on the Internet.


Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

Hinder Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  99.3% garlic oil.
  • Rain Resistance: 10-14 days in dry weather conditions.
  • All Naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online home and hardware merchants.


Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):

          32 fl oz $9.99                 (No area coverage information)
        
  1 gal. @ $22.99                   (No area coverage information)


Application Instruction:
Foliage must be dry at time of application. The repellent must be reapplied after a heavy rain or when apparent reapplication is necessary.
Treat at the beginning of the season and repeat as required afterwards. May need increased frequency of applications if there are large numbers of deer in the area.

Concentrate solution: Shake well and mix according to label direction with water. Spray spray leaves and stems of plants to be protected from all sides to the point of run off.

** New plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing.


Actual User Comments:

"Hinder spray worked, but you have to reapply it everytime it rains. I have a lot of area, so that was out …"  GardenWeb.com

"You spray for at least 3 days straight, when you know it won't be watered off. It has worked beautifully to the point my neighbor has asked what I use since I still had roses & they didn't!  …" GardenWeb.com

"The only other product that comes near it is Hinder. Believe me, I've tried all of them, even concentrated garlic tablets. There are a lot of "snake oil" products on the market for deer control …"  GardenWeb.com

 
Refund Policy: 
No guarantee or refund stated or implied.
 

I Must Garden - All Season Deer Repellent Review
 
  • Application Type: foliar spray
  • Deer control by smell and taste. 
  • Active Ingredients:  fragrant spice oils and other ingredients. No stench formula is pleasant smelling.
  • Rain Resistance:  up to 100 days on existing foliage in dry weather conditions.
  • All Naturalenvironmentally safe, biodegradable and non-toxic.
  • EPA exempt
  • Will not burn foliage, stain or discolor your plants. Safe for ornamentals and vegetable plants.
  • Professional Endorsement:  none

You can purchase this deer repellent brand from a number of online home and hardware merchants as well as from the manufacturer's website.

Total Cost & Coverage per Unit

Ready To Use (RTU):

          32 fl oz pump - covers 1000 sq ft $12.99        (20' x 50' area)
        
  48 fl oz pressure - covers 1500 sq ft @ $24.99     (30' x 50' area)
          1 gal. RTU - covers 4000 sq ft @ $24.99              (50' x 80' area)

Concentrate:
          32 fl oz  - covers 10,000 sq ft $36.99             (100' x 100' area)
        
  1 gal. - covers 40,000 sq ft @ $124.99                (100' x 400' area)

Application Instruction:
Foliage must be dry at time of application. Allow 1 hour drying time before rainfall or irrigation. Heavy rain may make reapplication necessary
.
If your yard has heavy deer pressure, it may be necessary to reapply more often than recommended over the growing season. This formulation works well in winter. Winter applications should be fine at 100 day intervals.

Shake well and mix according to label direction with water. Spray leaves and stems of plants to be protected from all sides to the point of run off.

** Every 2 inches of new plant growth does require further spray applications to protect young foliage from deer browsing. Most people reapply to young foliage every 2 weeks during the active growing season.

Actual User Comments:

"I Must Garden Deer repellent works well...I can't stand foul smelling deer sprays. During the active growing season I spray every other week. Once things aren't putting out new growth I cut back to once/month …"  GardenWeb.com

"There are some mint-based sprays that are not as stinky as the rotten egg/garlic sprays. One brand is called "I Must Garden…" GardenWeb.com

Refund Policy:  If purchased from I Must Garden and unsatisfied with results, contact the company. If still unsatisfied after discussion, they will either replace the product or refund your money. If purchased from another retailer, consult their return policy first. If this leads to no refund results, you may request your money back from I Must Garden when accompanied by your receipt.