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Tall fences (9 to 10 feet high) planted firmly in the ground are the best way to keep deer out of the vegetable garden. , Add instant style to your bathroom with a bathroom vanity se An inexpensive chicken-wire fence at least 24 inches high is often enough to keep those pesky rabbits out of your garden. , Bare Root Roses, what to look for when buying Or a solution of cayenne pepper , The Bathroom…The Forgotten Area Of Your Home? spray on the plants , Fighting Enemies after a rain will sometimes deter rabbits from nibbling. Dried blood meal, which rabbits do not favor, can be sprinkled around when planting. The flavor will absorb though the root , Lawn Disease and Solutions system of the vegetables, , Water Flowrate Comparisons making them less appetizing. As an ongoing garden , Constructing Water Walls - A Guide to Common Mistakes pest control, blood meal can be added to the soil , Flax Seed Will Add A Little Extra Flavor To Your Recipes every two weeks. 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They may not work as well as pesticides in some cases, but they are a lot less harmful and can even add fun and beauty to your garden. , History Of Walnuts About the Author Karen Gross is a professional gardener and design , How to Make Your Own Rooting Hormone consultant. She provides valuable tips , How Big A Hole Do You Have In Your Wall? and advice , How to Make Your Own Rooting Hormone about seed companies, container gardening and other vegetable gardening topics. |
  
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