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Being a deer farmer and an amateur gardener is proving super tricky. We are constantly in search of deer resistant plants that would co-exist with our animals, and not be taken out of existance by them once they meet. Do you think it's possible? Let's not abandon hope and keep testing plant after plant with our everhelpful deer. Today, we've got 29 interesting stories with videos and pictures for you under this category.

Aagapanthus [bulbs]anemone [bulbs]armeria [perennials]arugula [annuals]aster [annuals]
Bbamboo [perennials]
Ccalla lilly [bulbs]coneflower [perennials]courgette [annuals]cyclamen [bulbs]
Ffoxglove [perennials]freesia [bulbs]
Hheuchera [perennials]hyacinth [bulbs]hydrangea [shrubs]
Iiris [perennials]
Jjasmine [vines]
Llobularia [annuals]
Mmarigold [annuals]mint [perennials]
Nnasturtium [perennials]
Ppea [vines]purple toadflax [perennials]
Ssalvia splendens [perennials]snowflake [bulbs]sweet potato [annuals]
Ttomato [perennials]

Are Anemones Deer Resistant?

Are Anemones Deer Resistant?

While no plant is entirely deer-proof, blue poppy (De Caen) anemones seem to stand a good chance of surviving and thriving in a garden frequented by deer.
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[ 08-02-2024 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Tomatoes? Insights from Deer Farmers

Do Deer Eat Tomatoes? Insights from Deer Farmers

We farm deer and grow some tomatoes, so here's the answer to your question of whether deer attack tomato plants.
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[ 22-01-2024 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Peas? (We've tested!)

Do Deer Eat Peas? (We've tested!)

As beginner gardeners, we've tried to grow our first snap pea plant this year and it was a success! We've grown a huge vine with lots of pods in the end. How did our deer react to this garden pea plant?
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[ 08-12-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Irises?

Do Deer Eat Irises?

Are bearded iris plants and flowers deer resistant? We are growing some tall iris varieties on our deer farm and this post looks at whether deer eat them.
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[ 01-12-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Squash And Zucchini (Fruits And Foliage)?

Do Deer Eat Squash And Zucchini (Fruits And Foliage)?

Sure, deer will eat some squash and zucchini if they are hungry and food sources are scarce. See for yourself (video).
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[ 15-11-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Is Foxglove Deer Resistant?

Is Foxglove Deer Resistant?

Deer are notorious for grazing on garden vegetation. At our deer farm, we've had the opportunity to cultivate a few foxglove plants, and the results have been quite promising.
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[ 16-10-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Armeria Maritima (Sea Thrift)

Do Deer Eat Armeria Maritima (Sea Thrift)

Armeria, commonly known as Sea Thrift, has a reputation for deer resistance. However, recent experiences on our deer farm have shed light on an unexpected twist in its reputation.
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[ 28-09-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Does Bambi Like Bamboo?

Does Bambi Like Bamboo?

Do deer eat bamboo? We are deer farmers with bamboo on our property, so the answer to your question is that deer and bamboo ...
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[ 17-09-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Calla Lily

Do Deer Eat Calla Lily

One notable attribute of Calla lilies, especially for gardeners dealing with deer infestations, is their deer resistance.
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[ 16-09-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Arugula

Do Deer Eat Arugula

Arugula, Eruca sativa, is a leafy green vegetable with a distinctive and peppery flavor. This plant does suffer a few bites, but those are tiny holes from other garden pests, such as worms or slugs.
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[ 15-09-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Are Freesias Deer Resistant?

Are Freesias Deer Resistant?

Are these beautiful and heavenly scented flowers safe from deer browsing? We've grown freesias this year and let our deer come have a look and a sniff and a taste of them. This is the result.
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[ 28-08-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Sweet Alyssum a Deer Proof Groundcover?

Sweet Alyssum a Deer Proof Groundcover?

Alyssum is sweet-scented flowering annual groundcover plant which may be deer proof indeed, and certainly is deer resistant. Watch our deer take a taste of this plant in the video.
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[ 05-07-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Leucojum (Snowflakes) Deer Resistant Bulbs

Leucojum (Snowflakes) Deer Resistant Bulbs

These bulb flowers have flourished on our deer farm. If you like daffodils you might appreciate this plant as well.
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[ 05-06-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Dig Jasmine? (Surprise!)

Do Deer Dig Jasmine? (Surprise!)

Do you know what's always a treat for the senses? The unmistakable, sweet aroma of jasmine! One possible problem though: deer. Do they find jasmine appetizing?
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[ 08-05-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Hyacinth?

Do Deer Eat Hyacinth?

One of the reasons why hyacinths are popular among gardeners is their supposed deer resistance. How did our deer react to hyacinths in our yard?
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[ 26-04-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Echinacea? Is Coneflower Deer Resistant?

Do Deer Eat Echinacea? Is Coneflower Deer Resistant?

Have you heard of Echinacea, perhaps more commonly known as Coneflower? It's this cool plant that's apparently totally deer-resistant! You can plant it in your garden and not have to worry ...
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[ 10-04-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Mint? (Repel Deer Naturally)

Do Deer Eat Mint? (Repel Deer Naturally)

If you want to keep deer out of your garden, planting mint family plants may help. The strong scent of these plants can be a natural repellent for deer. 
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[ 09-04-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Sweet Potato Vine?

Do Deer Eat Sweet Potato Vine?

Sweet potato vine is a plant that belongs to the morning glory family, and it's a popular plant for both decorative and edible purposes. But have you ever wondered if deer like to munch on sweet potato vines?
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[ 14-03-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Planted Some Cosmos Near Deer...

Planted Some Cosmos Near Deer...

Are Garden Cosmos plants deer resistant? We found out after bringing in this Mexican Aster flower home to meet our deer.
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[ 10-03-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Is Heuchera deer resistant? Do deer eat Coral Bells?

Is Heuchera deer resistant? Do deer eat Coral Bells?

Testing Coral Bells AKA Heuchera the Fire Alarm variety for deer resistance. Do deer like to eat Heuchera's beutiful red foliage?
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[ 25-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea) a deer proof plant?

Purple toadflax (Linaria purpurea) a deer proof plant?

For some inexplicable reason, deer just can't seem to get on board with purple toadflax, so if you're tired of deer munching on your garden plants, purple toadflax might just be the solution you've been looking for. 
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[ 25-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Like Agapanthus? African Lily Deer-resistance.

Do Deer Like Agapanthus? African Lily Deer-resistance.

Do deer eat agapanthus plants? What's more deer resistant: Lilly of the Nile or Ornamental Onion? Similiarities and differences between the two perennials. Recommendations to gardeners struggling with deer damage.
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[ 21-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

How to Keep Deer Out of Garden (With & Without a Fence, Good & Bad Ideas)

How to Keep Deer Out of Garden (With & Without a Fence, Good & Bad Ideas)

Deer farmers tips for keeping deer out of your garden, what to do without a fence. Several tactics for driving deer away from your yard & how to keep deer out of garden at night.
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[ 11-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Are French Marigolds Deer Resistant?

Are French Marigolds Deer Resistant?

Do deer eat French marigolds or are they deer resistant? Testing with live deer. Watch video of deer vs marigolds. Ready to plant some?
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[ 08-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Hydrangeas? Endless Summer Hydrangea Test.

Do Deer Eat Hydrangeas? Endless Summer Hydrangea Test.

Real life test of deer eating hydrangeas. Are they deer-resistant? Farmers share what plants deer prefer to eat and whether they avoid hydrangeas.
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[ 04-02-2023 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Nasturtium? Test!

Do Deer Eat Nasturtium? Test!

Will deer eat nasturtium plant or is it truly deer-resistant? We've conducted a test with our farm deer, and here's the answer...
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[ 20-12-2022 ] in deer resistant plants

Do Deer Eat Salvia Splendens? Test!

Do Deer Eat Salvia Splendens? Test!

The other day a bright red spot caught my eye in the garden center. So I came back with a pack of salvias. Salvias, some say are deer resistant, but are they really? One way to find out - run a test with our deer.
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[ 13-12-2022 ] in deer resistant plants

Cyclamen: Putting deer-resistant plants to the test.

Cyclamen: Putting deer-resistant plants to the test.

Let's ask our deer whether they find cyclamen repulsive or appetizing? Is cyclamen vulnerable to deer damage and can it grow back?
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[ 22-06-2022 ] in deer resistant plants

How deer damage trees

How deer damage trees

Deer may be cute, majestic, [insert better adjective] creatures that make you gasp when you see them out your window, but the effects they have on plants can be truly devastating. Both young and fully established trees can get irreparably damaged.
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[ 12-09-2020 ] in deer resistant plants

In this section, we try to answer questions like what is the most deer resistant plant, what perennials bloom all summer and are deer resistant? What flowering plant will deer not eat?