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Deer in the Garden — What I’ve Learned, What’s Changed, and What Actually Works

By Donna Moyer Sep 17, 2026

Deer in the Garden — What I’ve Learned, What’s Changed, and What Actually Works

I wrote about dealing with deer when we lived in our home in the woods. A lot
has changed since then — including my address. But deer pressure is just as real
for suburban gardeners as it was for me in the country. And September is when
they’re most aggressive.

Here’s the honest update on what did and didn't work for me.

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