A selection of garden plants with a sign saying "Deer resistant plants"

The Top 10 Deer-Resistant Plants for Your Garden

If you live in an area with a high deer population, you know how frustrating it can be to watch your carefully curated garden get decimated by these wandering furry creatures.

But have no fear. There are plenty of beautiful plants that deer will avoid like the plague. In this blog post, we’ll share our top 10 favorite deer-resistant plants to help you keep your garden looking gorgeous all season long.

A family of deer eating rose bushes in a garden.
Deer eating rose bushes

Lavender

Not only is lavender a stunning addition to any garden, but its strong scent will also keep deer at bay.

Beautiful lavender in season in a garden.
Lavender

Lily of the valley

These enchanting bell-shaped flowers might look delicate, but they’re actually quite tough and resilient.

Close-up of blooming dark pink lillies and green leaves.
Lily

Rosemary

A hardy herb that’s perfect for cooking and crafting, rosemary is also one of the most effective deer-resistant plants out there.

Hand holding fresh rosemary herb.
Rosemary

Russian sage

A member of the mint family, this purple flat Sage gets its name from its pretty blue-lavender flowers and its native country of Russia.

Russian sage in a raised bed in a garden.
Russian sage

Coneflowers

Also known as echinacea, these long-lasting flowering plants are a great choice for any garden, deer or no deer.

Bumblebee sitting on a purple coneflower.
Coneflower 

Yarrow

With its fernlike leaves and clusters of small flowers, yarrow is a versatile plant that can add texture and interest to any garden bed.

Close-up of the white flowers of common yarrow in a garden.
Yarrow 

Salvia

A popular choice for hummingbird gardens, salvias are perfect for adding a pop of color to your landscape. And since they’re so fragrant, deer will steer clear.

Salvia flower in a garden.
Salvia

Foxglove

These tall spires of bloom are sure to add drama to your garden, and deer find them totally unappetizing.

Close-up of beautiful purple foxglove. Green background.
Foxglove

Siberian iris

A rhizomatous perennial, the Siberian iris boasts beautiful blooms in shades of blue, purple, and white.

Close-up of Siberian iris flowers (Iris sanguinea) with raindrops.
Siberian iris

Peony

One of the most classic flowers in existence, peonies come in a wide variety of colors and varieties, making them perfect for any garden style. And best of all? Deer don’t like them one bit.

Close-up of peony flowers.
Peony

Conclusion

No matter what type of garden you’re looking to create, there’s a deer-resistant plant out there that’s perfect for you. By incorporating just a few of these plants into your landscaping, you can deter deer from wreaking havoc on your property and enjoy a beautiful, bountiful garden all season long.


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