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Are juniper species resistant to deer damage? #628337

Asked April 28, 2020, 7:25 AM EDT

A friend is looking to plant a privacy hedge; juniper might be one option. Are junipers resistant to deer damage? Looking particularly at Juniperus virginiana, Skyrocket.

Schoolcraft County Michigan

Expert Response

The website njaes.rutgers.edu has a list of deer resistant plants.  From what I have found deer do not prefer junipers because of their odor.  But deer will try most plants so nothing is really for sure.
An Ask Extension Expert Replied April 28, 2020, 9:26 AM EDT
Thank you very much!!
The Question Asker Replied April 28, 2020, 9:30 AM EDT
You are very welcome.
An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 02, 2020, 10:07 AM EDT

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