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Deer and rabbit resistant plants and flowers #931689

Asked May 14, 2026, 1:11 PM EDT

We have deer and rabbits in our neighborhood and each year they get worse, eating everything and repellents do not help. Do you have a list of flowers and plants that they will not eat?

Kent County Michigan

Expert Response

Hi Bernard, thank you for using Ask Extension.

Yes, deer and rabbits can wreak havoc in your landscape.  Choosing plants that they don't like is one good tactic that can help. Do understand that deer and rabbits can still do damage if they are hungry enough.  If you add this and other deterrents you have a better chance of eliminating or at least reducing the problem. Combining and alternating deterrents along with exclusion can make a difference. Check out the following links:

deer_resistant_plants.pdf

Rabbit-Resistant Garden and Landscape Plants — Pike County — Master Gardener

How to protect your yard and garden from deer and rabbits - Gardening in Michigan

Keeping animals out of your garden | UMN Extension

I hope this helps.

An Ask Extension Expert Replied May 14, 2026, 8:27 PM EDT

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