Re: [CH] Plants That Repel Animals

John Benz Fentner, Jr. (johnfentner@home.com)
Tue, 13 Jul 1999 02:43:21 -0400

RST G wrote:
> 
> Next year, mid year, I am moving to my new house in Oxford, NJ and there
> have been spottings of Bears, Deer and Raccoons about 1000 ft from my
> "community." Before I plant anything, I want to know if there are any
> plants I can grow (not necessarily chiles) that will repel some of these
> animals. I am not used to growing anything with animals this big around.
> I usually have to deal with squirrels and cats and that is about it. Any
> help with information on this would be appreciated.
> 
> RisaG

'Bout the only thing that will stop a determined bear or
deer is a good strong chain link fence (and I've seen bears
climb those). The only thing that will stop a raccoon is a
tactical nuclear weapon. 

JB "o"o===="
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