Azaleas are a favorite snack of deer, and white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) in particular. In fact, evergreen azaleas are rated as "frequently severely damaged" by deer, according to Rutgers University. Deciduous azaleas are apparently slightly less delicious.

How do you keep deer from eating your azaleas?

Deer and animal repellents

Most contain smells that deer find repulsive (rotten eggs and garlic are two common ones) or tastes that ruin the flavor of your azaleas. Home gardeners also often whip up their own concoctions, using ingredients such as bloodmeal, ammonia, garlic, hot pepper sauce and eggs.

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