Courville DIY System
Create a Beautiful Deer Resistant Garden Using Hardy Perennials
Deer are a common challenge in Connecticut landscapes, but with the right plant selection, you can create a garden that remains beautiful season after season. This Courville system, inspired by plantings at our Monroe location, uses proven perennials that deer tend to avoid while delivering color, structure, and long-lasting per.
Courville's Deer Resistant Garden
A structured perennial garden designed for sun conditions.
Lamb's Ear (Stachys byzantina)
A signature deer-resistant plant with soft, silvery foliage. Lamb's Ear creates a strong visual base and is ideal for edging and mass planting.
Boxwood (Buxus)
Provides evergreen structure and year-round form. Boxwood anchors the garden and brings a clean, professional landscape design feel.
Yarrow (Achillea)
A durable perennial that thrives in sun and dry conditions. its flat topped blooms create bold color blocks while resisting deer browsing.
Dianthus (Maiden & Fringed Pink)
Compact and colorful. Dianthus provides bright seasonal blooms and works well along edges and pathways.
Delphinium
Tall flowering spikes create dramatic height and classic garden appeal. Best used toward the back of the planting.
Tools You Will Need
- Garden shovel or spade
- Hand trowel
- Garden rake
- Tape measure
- Watering hose or watering can
- Wheelbarrow or bucket
- Garden gloves
- Mulch
Plant Layout & Step-by-Step Instructions
View planting layout and complete step by step guide for creating Courviles Shade, Garden.
Garden Layout Diagram
