The beautiful leaves in Michiana fell in a rush last week. Winter can't be far behind.
If there are deer in your area they can cause a lot of damage. Bucks will rub trunks with their antlers about now. Best way to protect them is with plastic trunk protectors.
After snow falls, they can browse certain shrubs down to practically nothing. Yews and arbovitae are deer candy. Repellents like Deer Off are somewhat effective, but the product wears off with time.
Wrapping select shrubs with burlap, chicken wire or other fence is the most effective way to prevent browse damage.
Have a great fall season!
John
