Top 10 Best Deer Resistant Annuals

Fast growing upright annual vinca with black cherry flowers only spreading 6 - 8 inches. Height reaches 10 - 12 inches making this variety ideal for containers, beds, or borders. Apricot flower petals are very soft and delicate. Grows best in full sun and is considered deer resistant. Sow 2 - 3 seeds per plant and keep seeds moist until germination.

California poppy wild flower seed produces a dense display of beautiful orange flowering blossoms across the U.S. in USDA zones 3 - 9.. Eschscholzia californica is an annual flower seed however, it is a prolific reseeder. These poppies will drop their wildflower seeds and reseed themselves the following spring.. Buy these seeds for planting and rest assured these heirloom, non gmo, open pollinated seeds will produce a brilliant wildflower display for your flower garden, landscape, or meadow.. Orange poppies will reach 8 - 12 inches in height and bloom very quickly from flower seeds.. Buy seeds in bulk and plant 4 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 10 pounds per acre for a magnificent wildflower meadow..

Compact plant that grows as an annual outdoors in USDA Zones 4 - 8. May be grown as a perennial indoors.. Easy to grow from flower seeds, early to mid-season type, with burgundy blooms held close to the foliage on compact plants which only grow 6 inches tall.. This burgundy primrose has beatiful flowers and grows best in full sun or partial shade. A heat tolerant Primrose that is extra-early flowering and suitable for early Autumn flowering.. Sow 4 of these flower seeds per plant and grow in well drained soil and space 7 - 9 inches apart.

Rudbeckia hirta is commonly referred to as Black-eyed Susan and is a popular flower that is grown for its large, daisy-like blooms and long bloom season. This variety, Green Eyes, has 4 5 inch yellow blooms with olive green centers.. This unique 2 foot tall annual grows in USDA zones 3 - 9.. Rudbeckia is especially beautiful when grown in mass groupings. They like sun and regular watering to perform their best. Rudbeckia seed can started directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed.. Sowing Rate 3 - 4 seeds per plant. Prepare a seedbed by loosening the top 2 inches of soil and weeding. Press the seed gently into the soil but do not cover it. Keep seed moist until germination. With a temperature of 70F, germination is usually within 30 days.. Space the plants 12 - 18 inches apart. Grow in full sun and in well-draining soil. Rudbeckia is usually resistant to deer. Deadheading encourages continuous blooming..

Blue flowering Torenia grows as annual in USDA Zones 6 - 10. This low growing wishbone flower only reaches 8 inches in height. Grows best in partial sun to shade in well drained soils. Attacts bees and butterflies to your flower garden. Heat tolerant plants that are also shade tolerant.. Sow 4 - 5 of these flower seeds per plant and space 8 inches apart.

Calendula Officinalis Mix grows as an annual mix in USDA Zones 4 - 10 and thrives in full sun to partial shade. Calendula, also known as Pot Marigold grows 16 - 24 inches tall and this mix has orange to yellow blooms from spring through fall.. This hardy flower has been used both as a medicinal and culinary herb. It is the perfect plant for a garden or flower bed and is attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds.. Sow these heirloom seeds at 7 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 18 pounds per acre or 3 - 4 seeds per plant and keep moist until germination occurs. Also called Pot Marigold, Calendula grows quickly from wild flower seed, blooms heavily, and then dies with the first heavy frost. It will grow in all regions of North America..

Ipomoea alba is a relative of Morning Glory, but the unusual large, brilliant white blooms unfold at night instead of the morning. Moonflower loves to climb, so give it a structure like a trellis or arbor.. Growing usually as an vining annual in USDA Zones 8 - 11, these morning glory plants can reach heights of 120 inches if allowed to climb.. The blooms are known for their lovely scent. Moonflower is wonderful for planting next to a porch or windows where the lovely scent can be enjoyed in the summer evening breeze.. For best results, grow moonflower in full sun and in well drained soils.. Sowing Rate 2 - 3 seeds per plant. Moonflower seed has a hard seed coat. To improve germination, nick the seed with a knife and soak the seed overnight in tap water. Start the seeds directly outside in a sunny location. Space the plants about 9 - 12 inches apart, cover with 12 inch of soil and keep the seed moist. With a temperature of 65 70F, germination is usually within 21 days..

Foeniculum vulgar, or known as Fennel, is a common annual herb that is widely used. The bulb, foliage and seeds are all used in cooking. This variety, Florence, has strongly flavored leaves that taste similar to Anise or Licorice but sweeter.. Fennel is an annual herb growing 60 inches tall and 24 inches wide across the country in USDA zones 3 - 9.. This herb needs adequate water to help the bulbs form. Start Fennel directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed.. Sow 1 seed every 2 - 4 inches to begin growing fennel. Press the seed into the soil, cover with inch of soil and keep it moist. With a temperature of 50 - 70F, germination is usually in 18 days.. Fennel prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Measure rows of seed 24 inches apart and thin seedlings to 8 - 12 inches apart when they are 2 inches in height..

Helichrysum bracteatum is commonly referred to as Strawflower, and it is perfect for areas with long, hot summers. These annuals are easy to establish from seed and fast to grow and bloom. They provide a wonderful color display in the garden with 2 inch daisy-like blooms.. This annual grows 40 inches tall in USDA zones 3 - 10.. This Yellow Strawflower will perform from spring through fall. They are prized as a cut flower and dry well keeping their color and being considered an everlasting. To dry, cut the flowers when the lower petals are just starting to open. Remove the leaves and hang them in loose bunches in a well-ventilated, warm area.. Sowing Rate 3 - 4 seeds per plant. Start the seed indoors 6 8 weeks before the last expected frost. Press the seeds into the soil but do not cover. Keep the seed moist until germination. With temperatures of 72 - 76F, germination is normally within 10 days.. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed. Space the plants 18 - 24 inches apart. For areas with a long growing season, the seed can be planted directly outdoors once temperatures are consistently warm. Grow in full sun to partial shade and in moist, well-drained soil.. Helichrysum is usually resistant to deer. Deadhead the spent blooms to keep them performing their best..

This dry land wild flower mix is made up of 50 annuals and 50 biennialsperennials to give color the first season and for seasons to come. The species in this mix were chosen for their ability to tolerate drought and grows in USDA zones 3 - 10. Seed at 14 LB Per 625 - 1,250 SF or 5 LBS 25,000 - 50,000 SF.. These flowers will thrive in dry climates where there might not be regular moisture or irrigation. Under normal conditions, the height of these wild flowers will by 36 48 inches.. The species in this list are the perfect mixture of heights, textures, and colors to give you a long lasting display your neighbors will be envious of. Prepare a site by removing weeds and loosening soil. Seed can be broadcast and raked into the soil, covering 2 3 times their thickness, or seed can be drilled to a maximum of inch. This dry land mix should be planted in the spring once soil temperature warm to 55F. Seed should stay moist by either rainfall or irrigation until germination occurs.. The best time to plant in your area depends on the climate and rainfall patterns as well as the species you are planting. In cool climates, plant annuals, perennials or mixtures of annuals and perennials in spring, early summer or late fall. Fall plantings should be late enough so that seeds do not germinate until spring. Perennials can also be sown in early fall provided that there are at least 10-12 weeks of growing time before the plants go dormant for the winter.

Antirrhinum majus maximum, or Snapdragon, is a popular annual that has a long bloom season. This variety, Snowflake, has pure white blooms that have upper and lower petals that form a jaw-like opening. Children love to poke their fingers into the jaws and release them with a snap.. Snapdragon is a 36 inch tall annual cut flower growing in USDA zones 3 - 9.. Sowing Rate 4 seeds per plant. Sow Snapdragon seed indoors 6 8 weeks before the last expected frost. Do not cover the seed but gently press it into the soil. Keep the seed moist until germination occurs. With a temperature range of 64 72F, germination is usually within 21 days.. Thin seedlings to 12 - 18 inches apart. To encourage bushier growth, pinch the tips of the seedlings. Grow Snapdragon in full sun and in moist, fertile and well-drained soil.. After their blooms are spent, trim the plants back, and they will quickly be blooming again. Snapdragons are usually resistant to deer, and they perform best in cooler climates..

Marigolds are a heat tolerant, sun loving annual flower. Multicolor on one plant Flowers open red, then turn to fiery bronze and dark gold as they mature.. You can grow marigolds in USDA zones 3 - 10. This beautiful flowering plant only grows 10 - 12 inches tall and 6 - 8 inches wide.. Perfect for the patio in containers. Can flower all year indoors or in frost free climates.. This annual marigold will bloom early spring through winter when planted outdoors.. Sow 3 flower seeds per plant to begin growing your Fireball marigold plants today..

Under normal growing conditions, this mix usually reaches 24 48 inches in height. The species in this mix include Arroyo Lupine, Dwarf Pixie Delight Lupine, Perennial Lupine, California Poppy, Perennial Gaillardia, Zinnia, Yellow Lupine, Corn Poppy, Plains Coreopsis, Tall White Sweet Alyssum, Gloriosa Daisy, Blue Sage, White Yarrow, and Foxglove.. Most wildflower seeds and mixtures have a purity of 95-99 and total viable seed percentages of between 70-95. The total viable seed percent is the germination percent, plus the hard seed or dormant seed percent. Hard seeds have impermeable seed coats and cannot imbibe water during seed testing. Dormant seeds are viable seeds that have specific physical or physiological conditions that prevent the seed from germinating at the time of seed testing.. Important factors to consider when planting 1 Does the site support plants now If you have a site where nothing, including weeds, is growing, that site is unlikely to support wildflowers. 2 Will there be adequate moisture during germination and establishment Can you supply supplemental water, if necessary 3 What weed seeds are likely to be present in the soil Will weeds spread to your site from adjacent areas. Each wildflower mixture we carry has a recommended minimum and maximum planting rate. The planting rates for some mixtures are adjusted higher due to the presence of small-seeded, nonaggressive species. In general however, the minimum planting rates are based on 60-70 seeds per square foot 4 to 12 pounds per acre, which is usually sufficient to establish a good stand of wildflowers on prepared soil when adequate weed control can be maintained.. Plant at 14 LB Per 500 - 1,000 SF or 5 LBS Per 10,000 - 20,000 SF for this deer resistant wild flower seed mix. The best time to plant in your area depends on the climate and rainfall patterns as well as the species you are planting. In cool climates, plant annuals, perennials or mixtures of annuals and perennials in spring, early summer or late fall. Fall plantings should be late enough so that seeds do not germinate until spring..

Aster Powder Puff Mix grows as an annual mix in USDA Zones 3 - 8 and thrives in full sun to partial shade areas.. Callistephus Chinensis, also known as China Aster grows up to 24 inches tall and makes a wonderful cut flower.. This easy to grow flower is deer resistant and is often used in flower beds and borders or as a container plant.. Sow these heirloom seeds at 4 - 5 seeds per plant in well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs in 8 - 10 days.. For successive blooms, plant these flower seeds at 2 week intervals. Cover the seeds with inch of soil and keep them moist. With a temperature of 65F, germination is usually in 10 days. Space the plants 10 - 14 inches apart..

Cosmos seed is one of the easiest of all the flower seeds to grow. The flower seeds look like miniature pine needles, and they can be scattered over freshly turned soil.. This cosmos mix grows in USDA zones 3 - 10 as an annual and reaches 36 - 60 inches in height.. Sow the seeds in early spring once frost danger has passed. The plants do not mind some over-crowding. You can encourage re-bloom simply by cutting the plants back to 12 - 18 inches high.. Allow those flower seed pods to open and drop their flower seeds for Cosmos flowers the next year. Cosmos are also called Mexican Aster.. Sowing Rate Plant cosmos flower seed at 15 pounds per acre or 3 - 4 seeds per plant. Do not cover cosmos seeds more then 116 of an inch. Sow the seeds in early spring once frost danger has passed..

This purple and white gomphrena mix will make a great addition to any flower garden. Globe Amaranth seeds readily produce these bright little golf ball-like blooms. They look so attractive on the bushy, well-branched plant that they're the perfect complement to everything else in the sunny garden.. Gomphrena is a 2 foot tall annual growing in USDA zones 3 - 10.. Butterflies will flock to the Gomphrena flowers, and they make an excellent cut flower for either fresh or dried arrangements. The flower heads are quite popular for use in dried arrangements and will hold their shape and color indefinitely.. Cut them early, just as the heads are opening, and hang them upside down in a warm, dark place to dry. Gomphrena or Globe Amaranth is an annual bedding plant that grows 24 inches tall with a spread of about 1 foot. The branched stems are stiff and the plant has a bushy appearance.. Sowing Rate 1 - 2 seeds per plant. The leaves are oblong and from 4 - 6 inches long, and wooly-white when they are young. The clover-like flower heads, 1 12 inches long, are on upright spikes from summer until frost. The individual flowers within the flower heads are inconspicuous, but the stiff, papery bracts that form the bulk of the structure are colorful and come in several showy shades..

California Poppy Red is grown as an annual in USDA Zones 3 - 10. This wildflower will reach 8 - 12 inches in height and grows best in full sun.. Eschscholzia Californica has red blooms with orange centers from mid spring to late summer and makes the perfect addition to any flower garden.. Red poppy is very easy to grow from seed and can be started directly outdoors in early spring. It is also deer resistant making it a great flower for mass plantings.. Sow these heirloom seeds at 4 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 10 pounds per acre in well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs in 14 - 28 days.. Space the plants 12 inches apart. Grow in full sun and in well-drained soil. Deer tend to avoid these flowers..

For a stunning long-blooming display, start Chrysanthemum carinatum. These annuals are commonly referred to as Painted Daisy. The flowers measure 3 inches across and come in brilliant colors of white, yellow, red and purple.. Painted daisies are 18 - 36 annuals which grow in USDA zones 3 - 10.. Each flower has a contrasting band of color and a purple center. They are an unforgettable flower, and they are great for cutting as well. Painted Daisy prefers a position in full sun and well-drained soil, and they are usually resistant to deer.. Sowing Rate 2 seeds per plant or 3 ounces per 1,000 square feet. Start the seed indoors in the spring 4 6 weeks before the end of frost season. With a temperature 68F, germination is usually within 28 days. Press the seed into the soil, cover it 116 inch deep and keep it moist.. After danger of frost as passed, transplant the daisies to the garden spacing the plants 18 inches apart. Deadheading will encourage continuous blooming..

Blue Flax wildflower grows as a perennial in USDA Zones 3 - 10 and prefers full sun but will tolerant partial shade.. Linum Perenne will reach 12 - 24 inches in height and has blue blooms in the spring and summer.. This wild flower is deer resistant and both cold and drought tolerant.. Sow these heirloom seeds at 3 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 9 pounds per acre in well-drained soil and keep moist until germination occurs.. Our seeds are always Non-GMO and packaged for the current year..

Zinnias are an annual flowering plant growing in USDA zones 3 - 10. This flower seed mix grows 12 - 18 inches tall and wide. Beautiful mix of colors bloom all summer long and grow best in full sun. Long lasting flowers are particularly attractive to butterflies and make a superb cut flower. Deer do not find these flowers attractive.. Sowing Rate 2 - 4 zinnia seeds per plant. They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well..

The feathery flowers of this varietiy make a nice addition to mixed cut flower bouquets. Bachelor's button is a first-class cut flower for attaching to your lapel Bring a traditional touch to cut flowers with this old fashioned favorite Annual Bachelor's buttons, are a great direct sow product.. The mature plants prefer full sun in mild climates and partial shade in the hottest regions. They tolerate a wide variety of soils as long as it drains well. Cornflowers perform the best in mild climates with moderate water, but they do tolerate drought.. Centaurea Cyanus plants are very attractive to both bees and butterflies, but deer leave them alone. Bachelor's Button flowers also make an excellent cut flower for both fresh and dried arrangements.. Directly sow Bachelor's Button seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Prepare seedbed by loosening soil and weeding. Sow the flower seeds in rows, 6 seeds per foot. You will want to thin seedlings to 6 - 8 inches apart for best results.. In mild winter climates, Cornflower seeds can be sown in the fall for very early blooms the following spring. Like many flowers in your garden, this wildflower can self-sow. Sow about 10 seeds per plant..

Nasturtiums are an annual vining plant growing in USDA Zones 3 - 10. They have a wide variety of uses including beds, containers, window boxes, trellises, etc.. Brilliant, mahogany brown colored 2 inch blooms shine out from mounding green foliage. What a beautiful display grown from seeds. These mounding Black Velvet Nasturtiums only grow 12 - 16 inches tall.. Hummingbirds will visit the beautiful plants often. Nasturtiums like a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable to the plants.. Tropaeolum plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones. Care is simple no fertilizing is required and follow a regular watering schedule giving the plant a chance to dry out in-between irrigations.. Before sowing seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 12 inch deep in soil that is weed-free and worked fine and light. Sow 1 - 2 seeds per plant 12 inch deep.

Chrysanthemum Maximum AKA Shasta daisy is a very popular wild flower that will grow in all regions of North America. Very easy to grow planted in spring or fall in almost any soil.. Shasta Daisy is a perennial planting growing in USDA zones 3 - 9 and reaches a height of 32 inches. Grows slow the first year and then prolific the second and successive years. The flowers form individually on erect stems with white rays and yellow centers.. They typically bloom in June through July. Depending on Chrysanthemum variety, the Shasta daisy can be as low as 12 inches or as tall as 4 feet. It likes to grow in full sun and well drained soils. It makes a great cut flower and the butterflies love it.. The daisy flowers, white ray florets or 'petals' surrounding yellow centers consisting of densely packed disk florets, bloom on stiff stems from early summer to early fall. Shasta Daisies are ideal for a wildlfower garden's edge or are attractive in butterfly gardens or combined with other perennials or annuals.. Sowing Rate 4 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 10 pounds per acre. Remove faded flowers for continued bloom and best appearance. One of the best daisies to grow from wild flower seed..

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