Question
QUESTION: Hi,
I've not been able to find much information as to whether or not the Agapanthus africanus plant would be a good choice in an area with alot of deer.  Can you help me?

Thank you,
Vicki

ANSWER: Hi Vicki,
Are you in California, Florida, Texas?  I have not heard that agapanthus is a popular deer food but, it would help to know your location.
thx,
Tom

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QUESTION: Hi Tom,

I am located in Northern California in a very rural area.  The deer population is quite large in our community, and they do seem to eat almost everything that is considered "deer resistant," including some poisonous plants!  I suppose my question could almost be moot under these circumstances.  But I was curious if there was any information that might help sway my decision to fill my yard with Agapanthus (or not) before I finish my landscaping.

Thanks much,
Vicki

Answer
Hi Vicki,
According to Texas A&M University and Oregon State University, agapanthus is deer resistant.  Most deer will eat just about anything if there is not enough natural forage.  I can tell you from experience.  I have a small market farm of 2 acres and I have been devastated by deer.  they have eaten carrot tops, beans to the point the beans can't even produce!  They have even eaten cucumber leaves and tomato tops!  Good luck.
Tom