Joe Pye Weed is a deer-resistant flowering perennial. This wildflower is not favored by foraging animals like deer and rabbits and is generally left alone. Joe Pye Weed is only a viable food source in the spring, summer, and fall. This plant is an herbaceous perennial, and all above-ground growth dies after the first frost. Even when actively growing, Joe Pye Weed is not palatable to most animals, making it an excellent choice to plant in a landscape prone to damage from foraging animals.
Keeping Deer Away From Joe Pye Weed
Deer are not likely to interfere with Joe Pye Weed. If you find deer munching on the plant, use a scent-based repellent. Deer are skilled jumpers, so fencing may not be effective, but you can relocate the plant to a busy area, like near a walkway or frequently used patio. The presence of humans and pets can be an effective deterrent, especially since this plant is not a favorite.
Will Joe Pye Weed Come Back After Deer Eat Them?
Joe Pye Weed should recover if eaten by animals. Plants that receive minimal damage or are destroyed late in the season should recover fully since this plant dies back in the fall anyway. Help a damaged plant recover by removing dead or damaged growth, and lightly fertilize if the damage occurs in the first half of the growing season.
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Author Alison Cotsonas - Published 07-06-2023 |