Deer & Rabbit Mace 40oz Concentrate Deer Repellent Spray - Plant Safe

In this review of Nature's MACE Deer & Rabbit MACE 40oz Concentrate, the bottom line is simple: gardeners who need a concentrated, plant-safe barrier against deer (and often elk or moose) will find a practical, fast-working option here. The reviewer found the concentrate useful because one bottle makes up to 5 gallons of ready-to-use spray and is reported to treat large areas, which makes it attractive for lawns and larger gardens. The formula's combination of fear, scent, and taste approaches is the single biggest reason to consider it.

Key Features

• Concentrate yield: A 40oz bottle mixes to 5 gallons of ready-to-use spray, which makes it economical for treating large yards and landscaping areas.
• Coverage potential: The manufacturer states the concentrate can treat up to 28,000 sq. ft., useful for homeowners with extensive garden beds or multiple planting zones.
• Three-pronged repellency: The formula combines fear, scent, and taste-based technology to create a multi-sensory barrier that reduces the need for frequent product rotation.
• Plant and pet safe: The repellent is formulated to bind to plants and resist easy wash-off while remaining safe around plants and household pets when used as directed.
• Fast protection: The product is designed to create a deer-free barrier within minutes after application when applied liberally for the first treatment.
• Minty scent: It uses a minty fresh scent intended to be noticeable to animals but not unpleasant to people working in the garden.

Who It's For

Gardeners, homeowners with lawns or multiple planting areas, and small acreage owners who regularly battle deer, elk, moose, and some rabbit problems will benefit most from this concentrate because a single bottle can produce several gallons of spray and treat large areas cost-effectively.

It is less suitable for someone who only needs a tiny amount of product or who wants a ready-to-use spray out of the bottle; concentrates require mixing in a lawn or garden application sprayer. Also, a few customers reported variable results on rabbits, so those facing primarily rabbit damage may prefer a rabbit-specific product.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High yield makes it economical for treating extensive gardens and lawns.
• Multi-sensory formula (fear, scent, taste) reduces the need for rotation between repellents.
• Safe for plants and pets and formulated to bind to foliage to resist wash-off.
• Fast-acting barrier when applied liberally at first treatment.

Cons

• Some customers report inconsistent effectiveness on rabbits, so results may vary by species and local conditions.
• As a concentrate, it requires mixing and a sprayer, which is less convenient than a ready-to-use bottle for small jobs.

Specifications

Product type	Deer and rabbit repellent concentrate
Volume	40oz concentrate
Ready-to-use yield	Makes 5 gallons of spray
Coverage	Treats up to 28,000 sq. ft.
Application method	Mix with water in a lawn or garden sprayer
Target pests	Deer, rabbit, elk, moose
Scent	Minty fresh scent

Our Verdict

This concentrate is a solid choice for homeowners and gardeners who need broad, economical protection from deer and larger browsing animals and who are comfortable mixing product in a sprayer. It offers fast, multi-mode repellency and plant-safe performance, making it good value for larger gardens; those with primarily rabbit problems or who want a ready-to-use product should consider a rabbit-specific or premixed option instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this require dilution?
Yes, the 40oz bottle is a concentrate and must be mixed with water in a lawn or garden application sprayer to make the ready-to-use solution.

Is it safe for plants and pets?
Yes, the formula is described as plant-safe and pet-safe when applied as directed, and it binds to foliage to resist easy wash-off.

How often should I apply it?
Apply liberally for the first application, again the following week, then twice per month to maintain protection; heavy rain or watering may require extra applications.