Protect Your Landscape from Deer Damage This Winter
As temperatures drop and winter approaches, deer begin searching for reliable food sources. Unfortunately, your trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants can become an easy target. Homeowners and property managers lose thousands of dollars in plant damage each year, meaning that prevention is key. Professional deer repellent applications can help reduce feeding damage, preserve your landscape investment, and keep your property looking its best throughout the colder months.
Why Deer Damage Increases During Winter
Heavy snowfall can make it difficult for deer to access their natural food sources, causing them to turn to accessible landscape plants for food. As we experienced last winter, significant snow accumulation can increase the risk of deer feeding on trees, shrubs, and ornamentals.
Common signs of deer damage include:
Chewed or missing foliage on shrubs and evergreens
Damaged buds and branches that can affect spring growth
Bare or uneven plant growth from repeated feeding
Bark damage to young trees
Once deer identify a reliable feeding location, they may continue returning throughout the winter, making preventative care especially important.
How Do Deer Repellent Applications Work?
Deer repellent treatments use scents and tastes that discourage deer from feeding on treated plants. Applications focus on vulnerable trees, shrubs, and ornamentals and are applied up to six feet high to help reduce browsing damage. Liquid repellent is fast-acting and weather-resistant, ensuring lasting protection. The repellent formula is also non-toxic and completely harmless to plants, animals, and people.
When Should You Schedule Deer Repellent Applications?
November is the ideal time to schedule your first deer repellent application before winter feeding activity increases and snowfall limits natural food sources.
To help maintain protection throughout the season, a second application is recommended 5-6 weeks after the initial treatment. Scheduling treatments proactively can help reduce the risk of damage before it becomes visible.
Protecting Residential and Commercial Properties
Whether you’re a homeowner, business owner, or property manager, deer damage can affect landscapes of all sizes. Riverview offers professional deer repellent services tailored to your property’s needs, helping protect your plants and preserve your landscape investment.
Schedule Your Deer Repellent Application Today!
Don’t wait until deer damage becomes visible. With winter approaching, now is the time to take preventative measures to protect and keep your landscape looking beautiful all season long.