Deermanup, thanks for the response. I actually started this thread some time ago. The reason I wanted to hear what people had to say is that I did a lot of reading of your literature about Alfa-rack. What was written seemed to be impressive and made sense, but I wanted to get a feel for what sort of experience folks had who used it in the field. I am in the process of trying to find the right product to use for an area like the one you described. The area in mind is a hillside (at least part of it is) and is sandy, well-drained soil all the way around.

Obviously, I want something that attracts and grows nice, healthy deer. but I also: 1) don't want to have to replant every year, 2) want it to be tough enough to endure a dry spell here and there, 3) something that grows aggressively enough that it does a lot of its own weed control by crowding out many of the weeds. Now I do know that there are several products out there that claim to do all of the above...that's what advertising is all about. I guess I am looking for some substantiation from users and the like as to what products have worked well for them.

I have an open mind on the subject, but would like to hear of any independent tests done vs. competing products, or any other hunters who have used such products in the past. I guess I need a little more proof before making a final purchase.