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Deer-Resistant Clematis
Deer-Resistant Clematis. There are more than 200 clematis species and most are deciduous vines. They are a popular garden plant because of their unique flower shape and the multitude of colors of their blooms. They blossom in pink, red, blue, lavender, purple, white and cream. A number of factors determine whether deer will eat clematis.
There are more than 200 clematis species and most are deciduous vines. They are a popular garden plant because of their unique flower shape and the multitude of colors of their blooms. They blossom in pink, red, blue, lavender, purple, white and cream. A number of factors determine whether deer will eat clematis.
Deer-Resistant Plants
According to West Virginia University research, whether deer will target clematis will depend on their habits and food needs. The deer population, whether it is high or low, as well as the availability of other foods, will also determine whether they will eat clematis.
Resistance Grade
Rutgers University has rated plants by their resistance to deer. Plants with an "A" grade are most deer-resistant. Clematis gets a "C" grade, meaning the plant is occasionally severely damaged by deer.
Strategies to Repel Deer
If you want to plant clematis in the garden and have deer leave it alone, plan to use some kind of barrier. You can erect a temporary fence or use deer repellent. Another choice is to plant the clematis close to the house; deer will usually stay away from humans and their habitat.
