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Deer are known to be a common problem for gardeners in Southeast Texas as they often feed on a variety of plants. However, there are some plants that deer are less likely to eat. Here are some deer-resistant plants that may work well in Southeast Texas:
Rosemary
Purple coneflower
Parfum Ethiopia Artemisia is a sweet-scented herb with silver-green foliage that grows up to 2-3 feet tall and wide. It's easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and used in cooking, herbal remedies, and potpourri.
Tropical ornamental banana with large reddish leaves, adds exotic flavor to sun/shade gardens. Consistent moisture, hardy in Zones 9-11, protect from frost, fertilize regularly. Cut back spent foliage for new growth.
The hummingbirds flock to this showy shrub with masses of crimson bottlebrush shaped flowers, on pendulous branches throughout the warm season. The Hanna Ray is a weeping variety. Needs Full Sun, can grow to 8-10' Tall & Wide
Little John Bottlebrush is a dwarf variety of the very popular Callistemons They like Full Sun and grow 3' H x 5' W. They flower heavily in the spring and sparsely during the summer. These are HUMMINGBIRD MAGNETS. Can suffer light damage in a hard freez
Bougainvillea 'Elizabeth Angus' is a vibrant and hardy flowering plant with deep purple bracts that contrast beautifully with its lush green foliage. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is an excellent choice for hot, dry climates.
This purple Bougainvillea flowers best when kept in pots with at least 6 hrs. of Full Sun. In pots size will be restricted and make it easy to bring in when cold.
Thai Delight Bougainvillea: vibrant pink & white blooms, perfect for Southeast Texas. Grows 10-15' H & 5-8' W, ideal for arbors/trellises. Full sun, heat/humidity tolerant.
Orange Bulbine is a hardy succulent with bright orange flowers and grass-like foliage. It grows up to 18 inches tall and wide, thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Drought-resistant and low-maintenance, it adds color to xeriscapes
Cleyera Japonica is a beautiful rounded upright evergreen shrub with dark glossy green foliage. New growth is bronzy-red. Use as an informal hedge, screen or container plant. Beautiful even without shearing. Average landscape size is 4-5'TxW
Needs 6 hours or more of sunlight Grows 1-2'T x 3'W Space 1-2'apart Regular water Bright YELLOW flowers bloom in late spring thru summer Needs well drained soil Deer Resistant, Attracts Birds
Low growing perennial perfect for edging borders or growing in containers. Bright golden-orange single flowers late spring to early summer. Full sun or part shade. Grows 6-10"T x 12"W
Delosperma cooperi is a low-growing plant (3-6" tall, 2' wide) that prefers full sun and at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. It forms a dense mat of foliage and vibrant pink to purple daisy-like flowers.
Evergreen shrub with spineless branches. Green foliage has silver scales on the surface. Brown scales on stems and new growth. Fragrant blooms followed by red fall fruit. (Eleagnus) Full Sun 8' H x 8' W Great for hedge row
Ligularia, Farfugium Gigantea 3G Also called a "Tractor Seat Plant" Grows in morning Sun or Full Shade 3-4'Tx2-3'W
Foxtail Fern 1G Deer Resistant Full sun or Full Shade 2'Tx3'W
Red Firecracker Ferns grow best with more than 6 hrs. Full Sun Can grow to 4-5' Tall & Wide Freeze back in winter.
Red Firecracker Fern 3G Grow best with more than 6 hrs. Full Sun Can grow to 4-5' Tall & Wide Freeze back in winter.
Great fragrant plant that stays small. This highly fragrant plant has dark green shiny leaves and will grow with a minimum amount of sunlight. It can be grown in a pot or bed but the soil ,must be well drained.
'Graceful White' Gaura has delicate white blooms that rise above their green foliage on tall stalks. Deer resistant and loved by butterflies. 2-3'T x W Full Sun/Part Sun
"Maiden Adagio" grass is a cultivar of the Miscanthus genus that is known for its compact size and attractive foliage. It is a popular ornamental grass that can add texture and interest to landscapes and gardens. Grows 3-4'TX2-3'W in full sun.
'Sky Pencil' Holly can grow to 6-8 ft tall and 2-3 ft wide, featuring a narrow, columnar form with dark green, evergreen foliage, ideal as a privacy screen or vertical accent.
The Bicolor Iris is a great bold grass looking filler that will provide you with a many buttery yellow flowers with a maroon center. Grows in Full or Part sun, 2"TxW
This is an exceptionally hardy, fast growing, upright juniper with a pyramidal growth habit. Very adaptable to drought & windy conditions better than most upright junipers. Good choice for screening, wind breaks. Full Sun to Part Shade 6-7' H x 4-5' W
Sea Green Juniper is a spreading evergreen shrub with compact growth habit. The arching branches are covered by mint green foliage. Often used as an accent plant, foundation plant or planted in groupings. Full Sun 4' H x 6' W