Deer will eat just about anything. I learned that the hard way this season. A group of them decimated the leaves on my newly planted apple, pear and plum trees one night.

But I'm fighting back!*

I grow my plants organically, so I was motivated to find an all-natural way to deter pests. At first glace, this recipe looks edible -- almost like a Green Goddess Dressing -- but let it sit out for a few days to "brew." The buttermilk will go rancid and the heat from the peppers will tickle your nose. You'll understand why deer won't want to be anywhere near this stuff!

With that said, don't use this on the trees and plants near your front door. You want to repel deer and other pests, not your house guests!

*No deer were harmed in the making of this repellent.