"simple T-posts and deer netting—worked surprisingly well, and didn't break the bank."
Did something similar last year when we bought our plot. Just fenced off a small area for fruit trees and herbs. Cheap, quick, and kept the wildlife out until we figured out our long-term plans.
Did pretty much the same thing when we got our land a few years ago—just fenced off a small garden area to test things out. One tip I'd add: keep an eye on maintenance costs. Deer netting is cheap up front, but it can tear easily, especially if you've got curious wildlife around. We ended up replacing sections more often than expected. Still a good short-term solution, but budget a bit extra for repairs and replacements down the line.
"Deer netting is cheap up front, but it can tear easily, especially if you've got curious wildlife around."
Yeah, learned that one the hard way myself. Switched to metal fencing after a season or two—cost more upfront but saved me headaches later. Have you found any other affordable options that hold up better over time? I'm still experimenting with different setups, especially for larger areas...
Yeah, learned that one the hard way myself.
I've had decent luck with welded wire fencing—it's sturdier than deer netting but not as pricey as full-on metal fencing. Picked some up at a farm supply store, and it's held up surprisingly well against deer and even a nosy raccoon or two. Only downside is installation can be a bit of a pain if you're doing it solo...but hey, that's what weekends are for, right?
"Only downside is installation can be a bit of a pain if you're doing it solo...but hey, that's what weekends are for, right?"
Haha, true enough. One tip I'd add is renting a post driver—makes setting the fence posts way easier, especially if your soil is rocky or compacted. Saved me hours and some serious frustration.
