How fast do Smoke trees grow and are they deer resistant?

Question

We’d like to purchase some smoke trees but live with deer in the woods. Are they deer resistant? How fast do the trees grow?

Answer 1

Smoke trees are so pretty. Here's an article to help you double check your care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/barberry/barberry-shrub-care-tips.htm
Also, here's a list of deer resistant plants for Georgia. http://www.caes.uga.edu/extension/dekalb/documents/HGT-DeerResistantPlants.pdf
As you can see, smoke tree is on the list.