This natural deer repellent doesn’t physically touch plants, so it’s an ideal option forvegetable gardens.

This homemade deer repellant is best for plants far from windows andoutdoor living spaces.

You won’t want these pungent ingredients wafting into your home or around your exterior sitting areas.

DIY Natural Deer Repellents

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Frequently Asked Questions

Homemade egg-based deer repellent lasts around two weeks unless it rains.

An essential oil-based repellent can last up to 5 weeks without rainfall.

Soap deer repellent lasts until the scent is gone, or until the soap is dissolved by moisture.

deer in wooded area

Deer dislike strong smells—these DIY repellents are heavily scented to keep deer at bay.

Reapply egg-based deer repellent after rainfall or every two weeks.

Essential oil-based repellent should be reapplied every 5 weeks or after it rains.

New soap deer repellent should be added to a garden when the old soap has disintegrated.

A mixture of hot sauce, garlic powder, liquid dish soap, and waterkeeps deer away.