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Keep your garden free of deer by learning which flowers they’re likely to avoid.
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What Flowers Do Deer Not Eat?
Deer are beautiful creatures that roam in forests and gardens. However, they can be a nuisance to your flowerbeds and landscaping. If you’re wondering what flowers deer don’t eat, there are actually quite a few. This list will cover some of the most common deer-resistant flowers.
Flowers That Are Deer Resistant
There are a number of flowers that deer will not eat. These include:
-Aconitum (Monkshood)
-Allium (Ornamental Onion)
-Anemone (Windflower)
-Astilbe (False Spirea)
-Begonia
-Bellis (English Daisy)
-Brunnera (Siberian Bugloss)
-Campanula (Bellflower)
-Centaurea (Dusty Miller)
-Clematis (Clematis)
-Coreopsis (Tickseed)
-Corydalis (Lettuce Flower)
– Crocosmia (Montbretia)
Dicentra ( Bleeding Heart)
Digitalis (Foxglove)
Echinacea (Coneflower)
Euphorbia( Spurge)
Gaillardia( Blanket Flower) Allium giganteum Ornamental onion ‘Globemaster’ AGM is a globe of rich deep violet blooms in early summer. The vigorous foliage dies down in autumn and winter when the large round seed heads take over, looking just like a globe of glittering spheres. Perfect for trying your hand at indoor arrangements.
Flowers That Deer Avoid
Deer tend to avoid flowers that are white, purple or blue. They also avoid plants with fuzzy, hairy or spiny leaves. Many flowers that deer avoid are aromatic, such as marigolds, lavender and rosemary.
How To Keep Deer Out Of Your Garden
Deer are beautiful creatures, but they can quickly destroy your hard work in the garden. If you’re struggling with deer eating your flowers, there are a few things you can do to keep them out. First, let’s take a look at what flowers deer typically avoid.
Fencing
An effective deer fence should be at least 8 feet tall. The height is more important than the width, as deer can easily jump over a wide fence if it isn’t tall enough. The type of fencing you choose will depend on your budget and the look you want for your garden.
Some common types of fencing that are effective at keeping deer out include:
-Chicken wire: This is a relatively inexpensive option that can be easily added to an existing fence. However, it isn’t the most aesthetically pleasing option.
-Bamboo: Bamboo fences are attractive and can be quite effective at keeping deer out. However, they can be expensive and may require some maintenance to keep them in good condition.
-Electric fences: Electric fences are a good option if you have a large property or live in an area with a lot of deer. They are relatively inexpensive and easy to install, but they require some upkeep to ensure they are working properly.
Repellents
There are several types of deer repellents on the market. Some work by emitting an unpleasant odor that deer associate with predators, while others release a spicy flavor that deer find unpalatable. Deer repellents are available in both granular and spray forms, and can be applied to plants and the surrounding area.
Repellents should be applied on a regular basis, especially after heavy rains or when plants are first emerging in the spring. For best results, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Although deer repellents can be effective, they are not a long-term solution to the problem of deer damage. In many cases, deer will eventually become accustomed to the taste or smell of a particular repellent and will no longer be deterred by it. Additionally, repellents must be reapplied regularly to remain effective, which can be time-consuming and expensive.
Deer-resistant Plants
Most gardeners have probably experienced the frustration of watching their hard work destroyed by deer. These voracious eaters can quickly strip a plant of its leaves, flowers, and even bark, causing extensive damage. While it’s impossible to completely deer-proof a garden, there are steps you can take to deter these pests. One way is to choose plants that deer don’t like to eat.
There are many plants that deer avoid, but some are more effective than others. The following list includes a variety of flower types that are known to be unappetizing to deer.
-Ageratum
-Allium
-Anemone
-Arctotis
-Asclepias
-Astilbe
-Babiana
-Begonia
-Bellis perennis
-Brachyscome iberidifolia
-Bupleurum rotundifolium
-Calendula
-Catananche caerulea
# Chrysanthemum (Dendranthema) – Pyrethrum species)
# Corydalis (Corydalis lutea)
# cyclamen Coum cultivars)
