Reason 3: They are deer resistant! If you have a problem with deer munching on your precious perennials, try growing asters. No plant is deer proof, but asters have a far less desirable texture to deer than many other perennials. ... Often times when asters are in full bloom, it is hard to see the leaves of the plant.

Are any asters deer resistant?

Asters bloom in fall, when days are growing shorter. Are asters deer resistant? Yes, asters tend to be deer resistant.

Is fall aster deer resistant?

Aster Predation

They exhibit the same yellow-centered radial blooms as daisies and are winter-hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 to 8. While deer do not often prey upon asters, rabbits consider them one of the more delectable food choices and can cause severe damage to the plants.