6 Easiest, Cheapest and Most Effective Deer Fencing Alternatives For Your Garden

5. Use deterrents (of smell and/or taste)

There are many pre-packaged deer deterrents and repellents available for purchase such as Sweeney’s Deer Repellents or Garlic Clips.Sulfur compounds can also be bought, and though you might hate the smell of these substances around your garden, you’ll see why deer hate it too. Or, gardeners may use their own remedies. Scents and tastes of garlic and rotten eggs are said to work effectively against deer. Animal stools or urine also repels. Coyote urine can be bought at most garden centers (who knew?). Human hair, black pepper oil, soup, dirty socks and fabric softener sheets serve as other deterrents.