Mock Orange bushes

Question

Do deer like mock orange bushes? We live in Iowa Falls, Iowa (in town) and have lots of deer in this particular area who love to graze in my back yard. They have eaten hostas, roses, lillies, marigolds. How about mock orange bushes? Thank you.

Answer 1

Mock Orange bushes are not exactly a favorite, but when food is scarce they'll eat just about anything. These articles will give you some additional information about how to discourage deer from eating the plants that you want to keep:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/camouflage-gardening.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/deer/deer-repellents.htm