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## **Pro Tips from Grandpa**
* **Apply in the evening** to prevent the sun from baking the solution onto your plants.
* **Focus on the edges of your garden**, where deer typically enter.
* **Reapply after it rains** to maintain effectiveness.
* **Test on delicate plants first**, just to be safe.
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## **Bonus: It’s Pet and Pollinator Friendly**
Because this spray is made with kitchen-safe ingredients, it’s gentle on bees, butterflies, and your furry friends. Just don’t spray it directly on edible parts of fruits or vegetables—or wash thoroughly before consuming.
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## **Final Thoughts**
There’s no shortage of deer repellents on the market, but this homemade spray has stood the test of time in our family. My grandpa’s garden is always lush, thriving, and—most importantly—free of deer damage. If you’re tired of losing your hard-earned harvest to hungry visitors, give this 4-ingredient recipe a try. Sometimes the best solutions really are the simplest.
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