Picking Correct Hedge

Question

I need a hedge that will be a deter trespass and be deer tolerant. Zone 8 . Will plant Hedge against a 6′ wooden fence. I thought Pyracanth but heard deer will eat it too. Please help. Thanks

Answer 1

Barberry shrubs or hollies could work well. The Oregon publication lists pyracantha as a deer resistant shrub. However, deer will eat about anything if they are hungry enough.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/shgen/using-defensive-shrubs.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-8/zone-8-deer-resistant-plants.htm

https://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/techniques/deer-resistant-plants-central-oregon