Lovage Pests.

Question

Some kind of animal has eaten my lovage plant above ground (not the roots so not mice or voles). Deer are said not to eat lovage. What would?

Answer 1

These articles list a few possibilities. Don't discount deer. They will eat anything if they are hungry enough.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/lovage/lovage-pest-management.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/plants-rabbits-dont-like.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/keep-rabbits-out-of-gardens.htm