HOMESTEAD HOW-TO
hanks to its strong scent and slightly sticky foliage, cleome is typically left untouched by browsing deer, making it a reliable option for deer-prone areas.
They are a low-maintenance choice for long-lasting beauty and are deer-resistant. Their blooms are available in a range of colors, including shades of yellow, pink, orange, and red.
Famed for its colorful daisy-like flowers atop mounds of bushy fern-like foliage, Cosmos will add color to your garden from early summer right into fall. The flowers come in a variety of colors, including pink, white, red, orange, and purple .
Salvia plants are known for their spikes of violet, blue, white, or pink flowers. They are drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and prefer full sun.
Unlike most fast-growing annuals, Snapdragons produce most of their flowers in the cooler months of spring and fall. The tall spikes of tubular flowers come in a range of colors, adding height and interest to your ornamental flower garden.
Sweet Peas climb and vine their way upwards throughout the summer, producing fragrant flowers in shades of pink, purple, and red. This fast-growing annual is ideal for growing on a trellis or fence and will continue to flower for several months if deadheaded regularly.
This sun-loving perennial is treated as an annual in cooler climates but is hardy in zones 9-11. Its clusters of small, brightly colored flowers can attract butterflies and hummingbirds while deterring deer, making it a perfect addition to any garden.