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Old 17-07-2009, 04:07 AM posted to rec.gardens.edible
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Marcella Peek wrote:

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Davej wrote:

Ok, I have rabbits, groundhogs, and deer. Please describe the fence I
need around my garden.


Serious question?

Solid, at least 6 foot high to deter the deer who don't like to jump
over when they can't see the other side. Deep to keep out the rabbits.
Gee, I don't even know how deep you'd have to go for groundhogs. Maybe
a moat?

marcella


For groundhogs 6 inches to one foot deep - then one to two feet away
from the fence. An "L" shape is needed. The critters go up to the fence
then try to dig under the fence. They run into the wire and stop. Some
groundhogs can dig three feet deep. Also for the high end it "may" be
best not to secure the top 3 feet of that six foot fence, if the
critters decide to climb it the top, the fence can droop back so they
cannot climb it. Electric wire is cool too - change that - make it hot

Just some thoughts - Fences are not cheap. It may be best to give the
deer and critters what they want at the outer fringe of the garden.
Shrubs can also make a cool looking fence, but it takes time.
Some deer can jump a six foot fence. There are deer resistant plants as
well. I prefer the dog myself

Good thing you you don't have squirrels

Enjoy Life ... Dan

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