Deer Resistant Flower Bulbs and Seeds

You should plant ornamental plants and shrubs in your garden to delight the eyes, not to attract deer. There is nothing more disheartening than walking into the garden to find that deer have devoured your favorite plants. And while there is no way to make your garden completely deer-proof, you can minimize the damage they do by planting plants they dislike. Some plants have toxicity which causes deer to avoid them. Also, deer avoid flowers with strong odors, resisting many herbs and flowers which we think smell delightful. For a natural, meadow look, we offer our Deer Resistant Wildflower Mix. Deer-resistant perennials include ranunculus, papaver, and peonies. What a deer will and won’t eat changes by season, region and plant variety, so you may need to do some experimentation.

What we love about a deer resistant garden

  • Minimize deer damage by planting plants with a strong scent
  • Deer are unlikely to eat plants with fuzzy, velvety, and textured leaves
  • Oriental poppies are toxic to deer and they instinctively stay away
  • A lush, thriving garden can be had by making smart choices

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    Zinnia Seeds - Isn't This Romantic Mix

    Share this attractive mix of cream and blush colored blooms with a loved one

    Zinnia Seeds - Isn't This Romantic Mix

    Share this attractive mix of cream and blush colored blooms with a loved one
    As Low As $4.79
    As Low As $4.79
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    Zinnia Seeds - Senorita

    Curling salmon petals add an exotic flair to bouquets

    Zinnia Seeds - Senorita

    Curling salmon petals add an exotic flair to bouquets
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
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    Peony Roots - Pastel Mix

    Pastel colors plus full blooms are the best for traditional home decorating

    Peony Roots - Pastel Mix

    Pastel colors plus full blooms are the best for traditional home decorating
    As Low As $41.99
    As Low As $41.99
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    Ranunculus Bulbs - Bridal Mix

    You don't have to be wearing white to appreciate this charming mix

    Ranunculus Bulbs - Bridal Mix

    You don't have to be wearing white to appreciate this charming mix
    As Low As $28.29
    As Low As $28.29
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    Zinnia Seeds - Queeny Lime Orange

    Showstopping, long-lasting, dahlia-like blooms

    Zinnia Seeds - Queeny Lime Orange

    Showstopping, long-lasting, dahlia-like blooms
    $7.59
    $7.59
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    Zinnia Seeds - Profusion Cherry Bicolor

    Compact, low maintenance plants don't require regular deadheading

    Zinnia Seeds - Profusion Cherry Bicolor

    Compact, low maintenance plants don't require regular deadheading
    $7.59
    $7.59
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    Thyme Seeds

    Most cherished of all herbs with its bold floral and earthy flavor

    Thyme Seeds

    Most cherished of all herbs with its bold floral and earthy flavor
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
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    Gayfeather / Blazing Star Seeds

    With tall purple, spiky plumes, gayfeather is ideal in containers by the front door

    Gayfeather / Blazing Star Seeds

    With tall purple, spiky plumes, gayfeather is ideal in containers by the front door
    As Low As $4.79
    As Low As $4.79
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    White Yarrow Seeds

    These classic white blossoms are treasured by pollinators

    White Yarrow Seeds

    These classic white blossoms are treasured by pollinators
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Zinnia Seeds - Envy

    Distinctive green blooms make fabulous bouquet filler

    Zinnia Seeds - Envy

    Distinctive green blooms make fabulous bouquet filler
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    African Marigold Seeds - Moonlight

    Pale yellow blooms will illuminate your summer garden

    African Marigold Seeds - Moonlight

    Pale yellow blooms will illuminate your summer garden
    As Low As $4.79
    As Low As $4.79
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    Peony Roots - Duchesse De Nemours

    This dignified heirloom is also a double bloomer

    Peony Roots - Duchesse De Nemours

    This dignified heirloom is also a double bloomer
    As Low As $17.89
    As Low As $17.89
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    Verbena Seeds - Purpletop

    Prolific lavender flowers known to attract Swallowtail butterflies

    Verbena Seeds - Purpletop

    Prolific lavender flowers known to attract Swallowtail butterflies
    $4.79
    $4.79
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    Daffodil Bulbs - Citrus Sorbet Mix

    Lemon, tangerine, and grapefruit-colored blooms in every imaginable texture and shape

    Daffodil Bulbs - Citrus Sorbet Mix

    Lemon, tangerine, and grapefruit-colored blooms in every imaginable texture and shape
    As Low As $27.29
    As Low As $27.29
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    Dry Area Wildflower Seed Mix

    19 wildflowers particularly well-suited to heat and drought

    Dry Area Wildflower Seed Mix

    19 wildflowers particularly well-suited to heat and drought
    As Low As $13.69
    As Low As $13.69
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    Poppy Seeds - Pepperbox

    This multipurpose flower is perfect for bouquets and baking

    Poppy Seeds - Pepperbox

    This multipurpose flower is perfect for bouquets and baking
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49

What we love about a deer resistant garden

  • Minimize deer damage by planting plants with a strong scent
  • Deer are unlikely to eat plants with fuzzy, velvety, and textured leaves
  • Oriental poppies are toxic to deer and they instinctively stay away
  • A lush, thriving garden can be had by making smart choices

You should plant ornamental plants and shrubs in your garden to delight the eyes, not to attract deer. There is nothing more disheartening than walking into the garden to find that deer have devoured your favorite plants. And while there is no way to make your garden completely deer-proof, you can minimize the damage they do by planting plants they dislike. Some plants have toxicity which causes deer to avoid them. Also, deer avoid flowers with strong odors, resisting many herbs and flowers which we think smell delightful. For a natural, meadow look, we offer our Deer Resistant Wildflower Mix. Deer-resistant perennials include ranunculus, papaver, and peonies. What a deer will and won’t eat changes by season, region and plant variety, so you may need to do some experimentation.