Bonide Repels‑All Animal Repellent Concentrate – 32 oz

Description

Picture this: early morning, the sun gently warming your garden, and you step outside to discover half your prize blooms buried in footprints. It’s heartbreaking. That’s why Bonide Repels‑All Animal Repellent Concentrate was formulated, to protect your sanctuary with kindness, not cruelty. This natural, long-lasting formula keeps deer, squirrels, raccoons, rabbits, and more, at bay for up to 60 days, so you can savor serene, critter-free mornings again.

Key Customer Benefits

Here are standout reasons why gardeners and homeowners love Bonide Repels‑All Animal Repellent Concentrate:

• Broad-spectrum defense: Formulated to naturally deter over a dozen common garden pests including deer, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, chipmunks, mice, and even groundhogs and birds; helping to protect lawns, shrubs, and vegetable beds.
• Long-lasting protection: Once applied and fully dried, it offers up to 60 days of reliable coverage; even through rainfall, so you’re not constantly reapplying.
• People- and pet-safe: Classified exempt under EPA’s 25(b) standards, it’s designed to be gentle; safe around kids, pets, and wildlife when used as directed.
• Natural, biodegradable ingredients: Uses putrescent egg solids, garlic, clove oils, and other plant-based components that irritate animals’ senses; without harming plants, soil, or water runoff.
• Behavioral deterrent, not lethal: Encourages animals to avoid treated areas through sensory cues, preserving wildlife while saving your garden.
• Cost-effective and convenient: A single 32 oz bottle yields up to 2 gallons of spray; a generous supply for perimeter or targeted applications around gardens and structures.
• Versatile application: Works well in trigger sprayers, hose-end sprayers, or pressure tanks, and is effective on plants, around decks, garbage cans, cabins, RVs; anywhere critters might roam.

Product Description

What it is

Bonide Repels‑All Animal Repellent Concentrate is a plant-derived solution designed to gently deter animals from your garden, yards, decks; even RV camping sites. It’s a concentrated formula, EPA-exempt under the 25(b) standard, meaning it’s considered non-toxic and safe for people, pets, and the environment when used properly .

How it works

The secret to its power lies in a clever blend of ingredients: putrescent egg solids, garlic, clove oils, vinegar, urea, sodium benzoate, and wintergreen oil. When critters sniff, taste, or touch treated surfaces, these components ignite a mild irritation; triggering their instinct to avoid the area without any harm to them. Essentially, it’s nature tapping into an animal’s built-in “run away!” reflex.

What makes it effective and unique

• Rainproof for up to 60 days: After drying (approximately 6 hours), it resists wash-off, offering long-lasting protection.
• Biodegradable and plant-safe: You can treat right next to tender flowers or full-grown shrubs without worry; if it’s green, it’s good.
• Versatility meets convenience: Compatible with trigger sprayers, hose-end tanks, or pressure systems, plus ideal for use around structures, garbage receptacles, campsites; basically anywhere wildlife might wander.

A relatable customer moment

Just ask Lamm7, a satisfied customer who shared on Tractor Supply:

“We were looking for something to repel the ground squirrels… it really does work… without killing them.”

Then there’s another gardener who posted on Reddit:

“I have a lot of deer that hang out outside my back door … I’ve seen it actually work … They sniff it and back away from it.”

That moment, where footfall stops at your garden gate, is the magic of Repels‑All. It doesn’t just protect plants; it restores your peace of mind.

Product Specifications

Specification	Details
Formulation	Suspended liquid concentrate
Bottle Size / Yield	32 fl oz concentrate → mixes into 2 gal finished spray
Active Ingredients	• Putrescent whole egg solids – 2.52%
• Clove oil – 0.12%
• Garlic oil – 0.06%
• Inert matrix includes fish meal/oil, magnesium silicate/sulfate, meat meal, sodium benzoate, urea, vinegar, wintergreen oil, water.
Coverage Duration	Up to 60 days after drying; creates behavior‑based barrier not washed away by rain once dry
Coverage Area	Approximately 2,000 sq ft per 32 oz bottle (~80 sq ft per quart mix)
Application Temperature	Optimal between 35 °F and 85 °F for best performance
Rain Resistance	Rainproof after drying (min. 6 hours to dry)
Safety	EPA FIFRA 25(b) exempt (non-toxic), biodegradable, safe for people, pets, plants when used as directed
Recommended Use Sites	Gardens, lawns, shrubs, bulbs, decks, patios, garbage cans, campsites, RVs, woodpiles, outbuildings
Shelf Life	Up to 3 years when stored upright in a cool, dry place

 

How to Use / Installation Guide

Here’s a friendly, step-by-step guide to confidently use your Bonide Repels‑All 32 oz Concentrate:

1. Mix the Spray

Choose the right container:

• Trigger Sprayer (1 qt): Mix 4 oz concentrate with 28 oz water.
• Pressure Tank (1 gal): Combine 16 oz concentrate + 112 oz water.
• Pressure Tank (2 gal): Mix 32 oz concentrate + 224 oz water.

Always shake well before using and continue shaking during application to keep it evenly mixed.

2. Spray Thoroughly

• Coat all foliage, stems, leaves, trunks, or hard surfaces until runoff, your plants or decks should look visibly wet.
• For bulbs or seeds: clean away debris, spray until wet, allow to dry before storage or planting.

3. Let It Dry

• Essential step: wait at least 6 hours before rain or watering. Once dry, the formula becomes rain-resistant, lasting up to 60 days.

4. Reapply Strategically

• During rapid plant growth, reapply every 7–10 days.
• For regular maintenance, a single application lasts up to 60 days.

5. Best Conditions for Use

• Spray when temperatures are between 35°F and 85°F.
• Apply at least 6 hours before expected rain to ensure proper drying.

6. Safety & Storage Tips

• Always wear gloves and avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly if needed.
• Store upright in a cool, dry place; unopened concentrate is good for up to 3 years.
• Not for indoor use or applications directly into water bodies.

Bonus Application Tips

• Form a barrier around plant edges or high-traffic areas rather than spraying within edible plants; you can safely treat vegetables’ perimeters and rinse produce before eating .
• Use around garbage cans, decks, RVs, campsites, wherever animals might wander.

FAQs

Here are realistic questions pulled from user forums and product listings, answered with care and insight to help you make the most of Bonide Repels‑All 32 oz Concentrate:

Q: Can I use this on vegetable plants?

Yes, but only as a barrier around them, not directly on edible parts. Bonide recommends applying around vegetable areas, not on the produce itself. If it does contact leaves, simply rinse your harvest before eating.

Q: How long does it remain effective?

Once dry, the treatment stays active for up to 60 days, repelling pests through scent and taste, even after rain. That said, during peak growing seasons, reapplying every 7–10 days helps reinforce the barrier.

Q: How soon before rain should I apply?

Give it at least 6 hours to fully dry before rainfall or watering. If rain occurs sooner, you’ll need to reapply for full effectiveness .

Q: Is it safe for pets and kids?

Yes! The formula is EPA 25(b) exempt, biodegradable, and labeled safe around people and pets when used correctly. Just keep children and animals away from treated areas until it dries fully.

Q: Will it damage my plants or flowers?

No, when used as directed, it won’t harm flowers, annuals, perennials, bulbs, or garden beds. In fact, gardeners say:

“I use it on all my flowers, annuals or perennials… I have never had a plant die from it.”

Q: Can it repel cats and dogs?

Absolutely. It’s labeled to deter dogs and cats too, though some user reviews note mixed results; so test a small area first and observe how pets react.

Q: Is it okay to spray on hard surfaces like decks or garbage cans?

Yes! The product label includes hardscape surfaces; garbage cans, decks, RVs, even campsites. Just avoid spraying directly onto vehicles or car finishes, which might be stained by oils or egg solids.

Q: What’s the shelf life of the concentrate?

Unopened concentrate is recommended for use within 2 years of purchase. Store it upright in a cool, dry place; the product remains effective for up to 3 years when stored properly.

Q: Does it work on skunks, moles, or groundhogs?

Yes, it’s formulated to repel a wide variety of critters: deer, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, skunks, moles, groundhogs, birds, and more. Its scent/taste irritants trigger their avoidance instincts.

Bonus tip:

For persistent pests like raccoons or groundhogs, combine Repels‑All with habitat adjustment such as secure trash bins, tidy woodpiles, and consider motion-light deterrents for best results.

You’ve explored every aspect of Bonide Repels‑All Animal Repellent, 32 oz Concentrate; from its gentle, plant-based formula and instinctive deterrent action, to its ease of use and long-lasting defense. It’s a thoughtful solution for anyone who cares deeply about their garden’s health and the welfare of wildlife.

• Offers up to 60 days of protection, even through rain
• Defends against 15+ critters, from deer to squirrels and raccoons
• Safe for people, pets, and plants, with biodegradable ingredients 

Picture yourself confidently pouring, mixing, and spraying, knowing you’re nurturing your plants, not harming the local wildlife. Whether you’re safeguarding blooming flowers or harvesting meal-worthy veggies, this repellent acts like a quiet guardian; subtle in its presence, mighty in its protection.