10 Deer-Resistant Annual Flowers

Marigolds:

Marigolds are known for their vibrant colors and strong fragrance, which deer tend to avoid.

Snapdragons:

Snapdragons produce tall spikes of colorful blooms and are generally unappealing to deer due to their bitter taste.

Cosmos:

Cosmos flowers feature delicate, daisy-like blooms and are not typically preferred by deer.

Zinnias:

Zinnias come in a wide range of colors and are often resistant to deer browsing.

Ageratum:

Ageratum produces fluffy clusters of blue, pink, or white flowers and is generally not attractive to deer.

Lantana:

Lantana is a heat-tolerant plant that produces colorful clusters of flowers. It contains toxins that make it unpalatable to deer.

Salvia:

Salvias come in various colors and sizes, and most varieties are deer-resistant due to their strong fragrance and bitter taste.

Celosia:

Celosia, also known as cockscomb, produces unique, brightly colored flower heads and is often avoided by deer.

Angelonia:

Angelonia, also called summer snapdragon, produces tall spikes of flowers in shades of purple, pink, or white and is typically deer-resistant.

Dusty Miller:

Dusty Miller is valued for its silvery-gray foliage, and while deer may occasionally nibble on it, they generally find it unappealing.

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