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Roses are one such plant. Though roses have many spines, and deer enjoy other plants even more, they have been known to seriously harm them through consumption. Other plants that deer love include juniper, dogwood and holly. Deer will eat the flowers as well as the leaves, depending on the plant.
Subsequently, one may also ask, what flowers attract deer?
5 Plants That Attract Deer To Your Yard
- Petunias. Petunias are some of the most common and budget friendly plants a gardener can add to their yard.
- Sunflowers. Cheery sunflowers are big enough that deer will not eat through them right away, especially when you plant a few at a time.
- Clematis.
- Impatiens.
- Hydrangea.
Also, what kind of flowers will DEER not eat?
Daffodils, foxgloves, and poppies are common flowers that have a toxicity that deer avoid. Deer also turn their noses up at fragrant plants with strong scents. Herbs such as sages, ornamental salvias, and lavender, as well as flowers like peonies and bearded irises, are just “stinky” to deer.
Columbine (Aquilegia spp.) It's not only deer-resistant, but it's also drought-tolerant and is attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.