To start, we need to set a ground rule: There aren’t really any plants you can truly say are deer proof. And the animals are smart and unpredictable—so the deer in your yard may love a particular plant, but avoid it in a garden down the block. Check out these plants as a great starting point to creating a garden the deer won’t frequently dine in. Plant Name: Monarda selections Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall and wide
How to Grow and Care for Bee Balm
Plant Name: Brunnera macrophylla Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall and wide
How to Grow and Care for Brunnera
Plant Name: Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall and wide
The Must-Knows About Growing Catmint
Here’s a hint: Cut the plant back after flowering for a flush of new growth and more blossoms. Plant Name: Anthemis tincture Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall and wide
Learn More About Growing Golden Marguerite
Plant Name: Arisaema triphyllum Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall and wide
Tips and Tricks for Jack-in-the-Pulpit Care
Plant Name: Athyrium niponicum var. painted Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 1 foot tall and wide
Learn More About Japanese Painted Fern
Hint: Make sure it gets enough moisture through the summer months; if not, the leaves will develop brown, tattered edges. Plant Name: Convallaria majalis Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, but well-drained soil Size: To 9 inches tall and spreading several feet
What You Need to Know About Growing Lily-of-the-Valley
Plant Name: Pulmonaria selections Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 1 foot tall and 2 feet wide
Care Tips for Growing and Cultivating Lungwort 25 Beautiful Low-Maintenance Ground Covers
Plant Name: Thalictrum selections Growing Conditions: Sun to shade, depending on selection, and moist, well-drained soil Size: From 6 inches to 6 feet tall and 6 inches to 3 feet wide, depending on selection
Learn More About Growing Meadow Rue
Plant Name: Eryngium selections Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 5 feet tall and 3 feet wide, depending on type Zones: 4-10, depending on type
Garden Plans and Tips for Growing Sea Holly
Plant Name: Galium odoratum Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall and spreading several feet wide Plant Name: Chelone selections Growing Conditions: Shade or sun and moist soil Size: To 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide Zones: 3-9, depending on type
Turtlehead Varieties, Care Tips, and Garden Plans
Plant Name: Mertensia pulmonarioides Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall and 1 foot wide Zones: 3-7, depending on type
Planning a Garden with Virginia Bluebells
Plant Name: Asarum selections Growing Conditions: Shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: To 6 inches tall and 12 inches wide Zones: 2-9, depending on type
How to Grow a Green Carpet of Wild Ginger
