Humane Ways to Live with Deer
Despite reports of increasing deer herds in suburbia, most communities experience only minor problems. Many people enjoy observing and feeding deer, and welcome seeing these beautiful animals in their yards and nearby parks. The most common complaint about living with deer, however, is damage to landscaping. Deer enjoy snacking on many of our favorite flowers and shrubs, but the following varieties are "deer-resistant" meaning most deer don't particularly care for them, and "deer-repellent" which may actually repel deer.
Repellent plants -- Catnip, Chives, Garlic, Honeybush, Lavender, Onion, Sage, Spearmint, Thyme, and Yarrow
Resistant flowers and groundcover -- Black-eyed Susan, Chrysanthemum, Daffodil, Foxglove, Hyacinth, Poppy, Iris, Lavender, Lily of the Nile, and Zinnia
Resistant trees, shrubs, and vines -- Bottle brush, Daphne, Douglas fir, Euonymous, Hackberry, Holly, Jasmine, Juniper, Maple, Oleander, Limber pine, Pinon pine, Pomegranate, Wild lilac, Rockrose, Santolina, Scotch broom, and Blue spruce.
Source: Animal Protection Institute
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Twin Fawns relax and graze at the Sanctuary. |
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