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Free Deer-Resistant Plant Guide – Holden Lake Farm & Garden
Holden Lake Farm & Garden
Free Resource for Island Gardeners
Stop Losing Plants
to Deer
Our complete guide to 200+ landscape plants rated by deer resistance — grown and tested right here on Vancouver Island. Know exactly what to plant with confidence.
What’s inside your free guide
Deer-Resistant Plants Guide — Holden Lake Edition
- Annuals, perennials, shrubs & trees — all categorized
- 4-tier rating system: Rarely to Frequently Damaged
- Latin & common names for easy sourcing
- Practical Vancouver Island context included
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Island-tested knowledge
Vancouver Island deer pressure is real. This guide is built for our climate, not a mainland or US context.
Spray-free philosophy
We grow clean at Holden Lake Farm and Garden. Our recommendations work with nature, not against it.
Know before you plant
Stop the heartbreak of losing a new planting. Plan smart with four clear resistance categories.
What gardeners are saying
Trusted by Island gardeners
Holden Lake Farm & Garden has been a trusted source for spray-free plants, Island’s Own strawberries, and seasonal growing wisdom right from Yellow Point, Nanaimo.
“Finally a plant guide that actually accounts for the deer pressure we have out here. I’ve replanted my front beds twice — this list saved my sanity.” Sandra L. Cedar, BC
“Picked up hanging baskets from Holden Lake last spring. The quality was unlike anything from the box stores. So glad I found this farm.” Rob K. Ladysmith, BC
“The strawberries alone are worth the trip. But getting the deer guide in my inbox was a bonus I didn’t expect — incredibly useful resource.” Marie F. Nanaimo, BC
Your garden deserves to thrive —
not just survive the season
Join our mailing list and get the free Deer-Resistant Plants Guide now. You’ll also receive seasonal planting tips, farm news, and early access to what’s coming into the greenhouse — straight from Yellow Point. Get the free guide →
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