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- Astilbe. In late spring, the feathery plumes of astilbe, which come in shades of white, red, pink and lavender, add a sophisticated charm to perennial plantings.
- Hellebore. This rugged perennial, also called Lenten rose, blooms from winter to spring, depending on your selection. The flowers last for months and the evergreen umbrella-shaped leaves form attractive mounds making it a great alternative to hosta—a deer favorite.
- Peony. Given their reputation for longevity, it’s not surprising that peonies are deer resistant. Grown for their huge red, orange pink, yellow, or white flowers, they make a spectacular show from early to late spring depending on selection.
- Catmint. A workhorse for the sunny perennial border, catmint is both long-blooming and easy to grow. Flowers are usually lavender-blue, but selections with white, pink, or violet blooms are available.
- BEE BALM. LEADING LADY, UPSCALE and PARDON MY Monarda. Zones 4-8. A favorite of native plant enthusiasts, these colorful perennials attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds with their vibrant blossoms each summer.
- CATMINT. ‘Cat’s Pajamas’ Nepeta. Zones 3-8. The fuzzy, fragrant foliage of catmint is detested by deer. ‘ Cat’s Pajamas’ is a very dwarf selection that makes a perfect edging for vegetable gardens, rose beds or sunny walkways.
- SALVIA. COLOR SPIRES and Profusion Salvia. Zones 3-8. If you want to attract pollinators to your garden, plant salvia. While its fragrant foliage is not preferred by deer, all sorts of bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are dazzled by its blooms which appear around early summer.
- LAVENDER. SWEET ROMANCE Lavandula. Zones 5-9. The finely textured, fragrant, fuzzy leaves of Sweet Romance lavender are rarely on the menu for deer and other critters.
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May 6, 2021 · See how to create the ultimate, low-maintenance landscape with 5 deer resistant perennials perfect for filling flowerbeds with lasting color!
Mar 17, 2023 · Alyssum, irises, peonies, foxgloves, poppies, and even certain herbs like lavender and sage are popular plants that deer avoid. Some of these plants are toxic to deer, while others produce strong smells that deer avoid. All of the 32 perennials and perennial herbs listed here are considered hardy and deer-resistant.
- YARROW. ‘Firefly Sunshine’ Achillea. Light up your summer garden with these brightly colored flowers in yellow, pink, white or peach. Yarrow is an easy perennial to grow and a good choice for beginners.
- ORNAMENTAL ONION. ‘Serendipity’ Allium. Not everyone enjoys eating onions, and that includes deer and rabbits too. They'll avoid 'Serendipity', an ornamental onion with playful purple, ball-shaped flowers that bloom from mid to late summer.
- ANISE HYSSOP. Meant to Bee 'Queen Nectarine' Agastache hybrid. Anise hyssop has fragrant leaves that release a pleasant scent when touched. You'll love the smell, but deer won't!
- BEE BALM. LEADING LADY, UPSCALE and PARDON MY Monarda. These colorful perennials attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. But deer will steer clear once they catch a whiff of their minty foliage.
Mar 26, 2024 · So there you have it—25 of the best deer-resistant shade perennials! You need not sacrifice your garden’s aesthetics to keep deer at bay. By incorporating some of these plants into your landscape, you’ll be able to enjoy a stunning garden without having to fend off hungry animals.
Mar 7, 2022 · 1. Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia) Reaching 2 to 3 feet tall, spikes of red, orange, and yellow bottle-brush-like blossoms rise above arching lance-shaped foliage in mid to late summer. A sturdy, sun-loving plant, red hot poker prefers well-draining dry soils, full sun and is hardy in zones 5 to 9. 2. Yarrow (Achillea)
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