Jellyfish In Racing Green



On a wild and very windy day, I persevered in my war against the bunny's and planted another 25 Christmas trees (little green jellyfish). This involved yet another "protection" experiment. 

I suspect I have lost between 20-40% of the Christmas trees I have planted over the last 2-3 years. The spiral guards in year 2 have helped a little, but I was never sure if the damage was from deer (with few options of defence if it were) or rabbits. 


Having concluded that I think it is bunnies, at least I hope it is bunnies, I have tried some chicken wire fencing. 


It is all a learning experience. The little furry buggers had better not find their way under netting, I have pinned it down as best I can. The deer will be in there in seconds if they decide to, so this should at least prove who the culprit is. 

All being well, if it is rabbits, some of the older Christmas trees are now tall enough to be out of reach (though tree guards will be needed for the bark on the trunks) and I may actually one day get some trees ready for sale. 

The plan is to harvest the trees at around 8 years old to raise some money for the projects "long term upkeep fund". In theory some should be ready in 5-6 years but with so much stunted growth from nibbles I suspect it will be 7 years now. So , reservations for Christmas 2033 very welcome! Join the queue.......





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