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Effectiveness of Irish Spring and Coffee Grounds as Deer Deterrents

By stacy ling

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Tired of deer munching on your plants? Discover whether Irish Spring soap or coffee grounds are effective deer deterrents in this comprehensive guide.

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But does it really work? The answer may surprise you.

Some gardeners swear by hanging bars or using shavings of heavily scented soaps like Irish Spring in the garden.

There is no scientific data to back up this claim and it his has never worked for me. I garden in an area that sees herds and herds of deer. This is not an effective method.

While deer have a heightened sense of smell, some believe the bitter  scent of coffee grinds can help keep deer away from plants.

However, there is no scientific evidence to back up the claim that  coffee grounds deter deer or keep them away from garden plants.

It is a much better practice to use a combination of methods, such as planting deer-resistant plants and using deterrents like fencing and repellents, to protect your garden from deer damage.

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