They topped all my sunflowers, about 30 bean seedlings, mowed down one of my full-grown bush beans, and over-pruned one of my watermelon vines in a single night. I saw some spots where they nibbled at my potatoes as well. These suburban deer are a menace. With as many dogs as we have running around here, you’d think they’d stay away, but no, they don’t care

I’m gonna have to build a fence next season

  • @Nachorella
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    56 months ago

    Maybe grow some stuff they like to eat around the perimeter.

    • @ThrowawaySobriquet@lemmy.worldOP
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      26 months ago

      I usually do stuff like marigolds and coneflower among stuff to keep them out, but I got lazy this year and they’ve been pretty merciful until the night before last

      • @Nachorella
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        26 months ago

        The scallywags, that’s unfortunate