Deer love to eat our most cherished landscape plants. In particular, they dive right into daylilies, hosta, tulips and even evergreen shrubs such as the shade-loving Aucuba. ... Roses and other gorgeous floral plants often fall victim to a deer's insatiable appetite so it helps to change your idea of what “pretty” means.

Are Aucuba deer resistant?

You do not need to prune this plant, but the Aucuba tolerates pruning well. Severe pruning should be done in the spring prior to new growth emerging. Minor pruning can be done anytime of the year. This plant is resistant to insects and disease and tolerant of deer, heat, and pollution.

What plants do deer not eat?