Do Deer Eat Geraniums

Geraniums are not a deer’s flower of choice, but they will eat them under a number of circumstances. The strong fragrance and slightly fuzzy texture will typically deter deer, but not always.

Do rabbits eat geranium plants?

Rabbits Preference for Geraniums Both annual (Pelargonium x hortorum) and perennial geranium (Geranium spp.), also known as cranesbill, are listed as rabbit resistant by the Iowa State University Extension website. Rabbits tend to avoid plants with fragrant or thick, leathery leaves.

Do geraniums keep rabbits away?

Geraniums. Geraniums are thought to deter rabbits with their pungent smell, although gardeners enjoy varieties with a citrus, rose or other appealing fragrance. … Grow geraniums in full sun and keep the faded flowers removed to encourage re-blooming.