At least one reference names 12 species of birds that eat buckbrush fruits, including the cardinal, northern bobwhite, wild turkey, greater prairie-chicken, and ruffed grouse, in addition to being browsed by white-tailed deer. Small mammals also will also eat the fruits during severe winter conditions. How do you get ridRead More →
Brassicas can be planted in the Spring, Summer or early Fall and will grow in a wide range of soil conditions (pH 5.3-7.0), but prefer a well drained area with a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.0. What is the best brassica for deer? Rape is the most common brassicaRead More →
Animals can’t see the laser. Can a fox See green light? Foxes possess dichromatic (two-colour) vision that essentially makes them red-green colour blind. The result is that foxes probably see the world in more pastel shades than vibrant colour. What color light can deer not see? “Deer are essentially red-greenRead More →
How To Keep Deer Away From Viburnum. Deer usually steer clear from munching on viburnum, but no tree or shrub is truly deer proof. If hungry enough, deer will eat anything. Is evergreen viburnum deer resistant? Viburnums do not require regular pruning. However, it is wise to cut back vigorousRead More →
Food they absolutely love are: pecans, hickory nuts, beechnut acorns, as well as acorns. Fruits such as apples, blueberries, blackberries, and persimmons are also appealing to deer and satisfy their appetites. What is the favorite food of whitetail deer? This page goes through some of the naturally occurring foods thatRead More →
These plants are very important to wildlife: their berries are relished by songbirds, game birds, bears, and small mammals; the twigs and foliage are eaten by deer and rabbits. Do blueberry bushes need to be protected from deer? It is recommended that fruit growers protect plants with a 7.5′ deerRead More →
While deer are often a welcome sight, it’s never a good thing to discover the tops of your precious tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum) and their fruits eaten because of them. Deer will eat almost any foliage they can get when they’re really hungry, and your tomato plants are no exception.Read More →
Only a fence or barrier will offer your silver maple — as well as your other crops and ornamentals — true deer protection. Build a sturdy fence at least 8 feet high to prevent a deer from leaping over it; be sure it comes close enough to the ground thatRead More →
Soil pH affects the final coloration of the fruit formed. The fruit of the false Solomon’s seal are consumed by a wide variety of birds (including ruffed grouse) and a small number of rodents (including white-footed mice). How do I get rid of Solomon’s seal? If the soil is relativelyRead More →
Some animals are crepuscular because their prey is crepuscular. Crepuscular animals include mule deer, coyotes, porcupines, desert cottontails, black-tailed jackrabbits, and many songbirds. A few desert animals are diurnal, or active during the day. What is the difference between nocturnal and crepuscular? Crepuscular creatures are most active at dawn andRead More →