Landscape and Hardscape Contractors

Homeowners across the Main Line and West Chester areas often notice damaged bark, shredded branches, or smooth, rubbed patches on young trees—especially in the fall. It’s a common question we hear as providers of tree health care: Why do deer rub their antlers on trees? The answer involves a mix of biology and seasonal behavior. While these rubs are natural for deer, they can cause serious and sometimes permanent harm to your landscape trees.  Understanding why this happens and how to prevent damage is the first step in protecting your property. As a family-run landscaping and plant health care company serving the region for more than 20 years, we’ve helped many homeowners identify deer damage and restore tree health. Here’s what you need to know. The Reason Behind Deer Rubbing Behavior Each year, male deer, bucks, grow a new set of antlers. During the summer months, these antlers are covered in a soft tissue called “velvet,” which supplies blood and nutrie...