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Otto Luyken and Deer

13 years ago

Do deer generally stay away from all cultivars of Otto Luyken? Also, is it true that deer will generally not "dine" while standing on a hard surface (patio, street) but prefer a softer surface - grass, dirt? I have never heard this and am questioning this comment from a landscape designer. Thanks.

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dorry2
Original Author
13 years ago
So has anyone had deer issues with Cherry or Skip Laurel?"
florrie2
13 years ago
I have two Otto Luyken cherry laurels in my yard. Deer haven't touched them since I put them in - 3 years. And, yes, they walk right by them on their nightly strolls!

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User
13 years ago
The comment on hard surfaces and deer--they don't like to step on metal--just like the cattle guards work. If you lay down some chicken wire around your delicacies, that will help.
noinwi
13 years ago
The deer around here are not put off by hard surfaces. They stroll up and down the streets nibbling from everyone's gardens.
rosiew
12 years ago
I had Otto Luykens for years and never observed ANY deer damage. They're lovely shrubs.

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