Question: What Are Some Rabbit-Proof Flowers?
Reader, jmacvc writes, "Rabbits obliterated my beautiful petunias last year! Please suggest alternate, colorful flowering plants that rabbits tend to ignore. I have heard that vinca might be a good replacement. Any others?"
Answer:
Rabbit damage is a real concern. Besides Vinca minor, other rabbit-proof flowers that are vines and/or function as ground covers include:
Rabbit-proof flowers in the shrub category include:
- Viburnum
- Butterfly bush (an invasive plant in some regions)
- Lantana (an invasive plant in warm, humid climates)
Rabbit-proof flowers in the perennial or herb category include:
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