For years, an article on keeping deer from your garden was the number one article on our website, so we know you're looking for solutions to this problem!

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission estimates there are now more than a million white-tailed deer in our state. They have exceptional hearing and eyesight, making them hard to fool, even in low-light conditions. The whitetail eats mostly in the early morning and at twilight, enjoying green-leaved succulent plants and the tender new growths of stems and fruits. And, unfortunately, that can include your backyard garden!

We've put together a collection of four resources to further aid gardeners in their quest to protect their garden bounty.

When It Comes to Bulbs, Plant Smart in Fall for a Deer-Free Spring

Avoid serving up deer delicacies

Deer Me, What's Eating Your Landscape?

3 tried-and-true deer-proofing methods

How to Keep Deer and Rabbits Out of Your Gardens

Advice from readers on preventing pests

No Deer Here: Tips from a Successful Gardener

One reader shares his list of 32 resistant plants for NC flower gardens

Pest Profile

Despite the potential for damage to your prized plants, the white-tailed deer is a impressive animal. Learn more about these North Carolina residents — and how to share our state with them!

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