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Daylilies (Hemerocallis)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 481 Views cat resistant plant, daylilies, deer deterrent, flowering perennials, garden flowers, Hemerocallis, low maintenance plants, ornamental plants, Plant Care, rabbit resistant

Daylilies (Hemerocallis): While some varieties might be nibbled on, many daylilies are generally avoided by rabbits.

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Bee Balm (Monarda)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 504 Views aromatic herbs, Bee Balm, cat resistant plant, fragrant flowers, garden deterrents, garden herbs, Monarda, pollinator-friendly, rabbit resistant, wildlife-friendly plants

Bee Balm (Monarda): The strong smell of bee balm can keep rabbits at bay.

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Catmint (Nepeta)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 446 Views aromatic flowers, cat resistant plant, Catmint, Fragrant Plants, garden herbs, garden solutions, lavender-like scent, Nepeta, rabbit resistant, wildlife deterrents

Catmint (Nepeta): Similar to lavender, catmint has a scent that deters rabbits.

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Marigolds (Tagetes)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 474 Views annual flowers, cat resistant plant, Fragrant Plants, garden flowers, Marigolds, pest deterrent, rabbit resistant, strong odor, Tagetes, vibrant colors

Marigolds (Tagetes): These flowers have a strong odor that rabbits usually stay away from.

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Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 379 Views Achillea millefolium, cat resistant plant, deer resistant, garden herbs, herbal plants, perennial flowers, pungent scent, rabbit resistant, textured plants, Yarrow

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium): The pungent scent and texture of yarrow make it less appealing to rabbits.

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Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 406 Views aromatic leaves, cat resistant plant, deer resistant, drought-tolerant, fragrant foliage, garden shrubs, perennial plants, Perovskia atriplicifolia, rabbit resistant, Russian Sage

Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia): With its aromatic leaves, this plant is not a favorite of rabbits.

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Lavender (Lavandula)

April 15, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 484 Views aromatic herbs, calming fragrance, cat resistant plant, drought-tolerant, fragrant flowers, garden essentials, Lavandula, lavender, perennial plants, rabbit resistant

Known for its strong fragrance, which rabbits tend to avoid.

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How to Find Resources for Identifying Plant Diseases

April 11, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 1029 Views agricultural support, Canadian plant labs, Clasnip tool, disease identification, gardening resources, Ontario plant lab, plant diagnostics, Plant diseases, plant health, Saskatchewan plant protection

The Most Comprehensive Canadian Plant Diagnostic Institution Sharing With spring approaching, as avid gardeners, we find ourselves with a long

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April 10, 2024 Canada's Local Gardener 1178 Views gardening events, Gardening show, manitoba events, Winnipeg event

Get a jumpstart early in the season on gardening and backyard plans with this inspirational Manitoba garden show. Join us

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