Plants That Work For A Deer Resistance
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Plants That Work For A Deer Resistance highlights at a glance!
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Plant Class
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Botanical Name
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Brand
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Growth RateModerate
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Bloom PeriodYear-round
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FragrantYes
Characteristics
Where To Plant
When To Prune
- Late Spring
Water & Moisture Needs
- Moderate
Sunlight Needs
Soil Needs
Growing Zones
Easy DIY Deer-Resistant Garden With Plant by Number Design
Looking to grow a gorgeous garden that deer won’t destroy? The Deer Resistant Garden Plant by Number takes the frustration out of landscape planning with a ready-made design full of bold color, texture, and tough-as-nails plants that deer typically avoid.
Whether you're new to gardening or just tired of losing blooms to browsing wildlife, this DIY-friendly garden layout helps you plant with confidence and beauty! Crafted by professional landscape architect Katie Weber, this 15 x 7-foot garden plan is perfect for sunny spaces where deer pressure is high.
It blends structural shrubs, vibrant flowers, and seasonal interest into a low-maintenance, high-impact design that’s as resilient as it is eye-catching! Each plant has been chosen not only for its ornamental value but also for its resistance to hungry deer, giving you peace of mind year after year.
What’s Included in the Deer-Resistant Garden Plan
Covering a 15-foot by 7-foot space, this layout is ideal for:
- Sunny foundation plantings
- Along a fence or driveway
- Front yard curb appeal beds
- Borders exposed to heavy deer traffic
With clear plant placement diagrams, spacing guides, and maintenance tips, even beginners can install this professional-quality garden on their own.
Here’s what you’ll plant:
- 3 red Shrub Roses for repeated color and classic form (most deer turn their noses up at the thorns!)
- 3 dwarf burgundy-leafed Barberry for foliage contrast, structure, and deer-proof performance
- 1 fragrant Viburnum Bush for spring blooms and pollinator power
- 3 fall-blooming Allium for late-season texture and globe-shaped blooms (and yes—deer don’t like the oniony taste!)
- 3 mid-sized Ornamental Grasses for movement, height, and fall-to-winter interest
- 1 Russian Sage with its silvery foliage and long-lasting lavender-blue flowers
These plants thrive in full sun and are well-suited for USDA growing zones 5 to 8. Once established, they’ll reward you with beauty through all seasons, and zero deer drama!
Step by Step: How to Install a Plant by Number Garden
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Pick Your Plan: Download the Deer-Resistant Garden plan PDF, which includes layout, plant list, and care guide.
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Prep Your Site: Clear the area of grass and weeds. Shape the bed and amend the soil if needed.
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Lay Out the Design: Use the included diagram to position each plant. Optional plant markers can help!
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Dig and Plant: Dig holes twice as wide as the pot and plant at the same depth as in the container.
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Water and Mulch: Water thoroughly, then apply a 3-4 inch layer of arborist mulch to retain moisture.
- Maintain and Enjoy: Follow included tips for deadheading, watering, and pruning.
Caring for and Maintaining Your Deer-Resistant Garden
This garden is made to be as easy-care as it is enchanting. Most of the plants are drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and tough enough for variable weather.
- Water regularly during the first year using the Finger Test
- Refresh arborist mulch each spring to retain moisture and reduce weeds
- Deadhead Roses to encourage rebloom. Prune in early spring
- Cut back Grasses and Russian Sage in late winter or early spring
- Prune Viburnum after it blooms (blooms on old wood) to shape if desired
- Enjoy an easy-care landscape that’s built to last and built to resist
No Deer Allowed! Beauty Without the Browsing
Tired of seeing your hard work munched down by Ma Nature’s four-legged foragers? This Deer-Resistant Garden Plan gives you a smart, simple solution with bold foliage, fragrant blooms, and lasting color, all in a professional layout you can plant yourself. It’s the perfect way to protect your landscape and still enjoy the garden of your dreams.
Order your Plant by Number design today and grow boldly … deer are not invited!
