[from Louise Ramsay]
Some of you may have noticed sheep’s wool tied around some of our recently planted tree saplings in Hazelbank Wood.
We’re currently testing a few different ideas to help deter deer from browsing on them, this is part of one of our trials. The method behind it is deer tend to dislike both the smell and taste of the fleece.
We have also been using sheep dags as a mulch around our newly planted heritage apple trees, this helps suppress weeds and retain moisture in the soil.
It’s a simple, natural, and environmentally friendly method, and we’re keen to see how effective it is over time. We’ll keep you updated on the results!
