Here are some annual plants that are known to be deer-resistant:

• Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) : Fragrant, ground-hugging with blooms in white, pink, and purple. Thrives in full or partial sun and well-drained soil

• Marigolds (Tagetes spp.) : Bright yellow, orange, red, and white flowers. Prefer full sun and evenly moist soil. Long bloom period with deadheading

• Lantana (Lantana camara) : Colorful blooms in red, orange, yellow, blue, white, and pink. Drought tolerant and thrives in full sun. Toxic to pets

• Salvias : Including varieties like Salvia coccinea and Salvia leucantha, these are fragrant, drought tolerant, and thrive in full sun

• Snapdragons (Antirrhinum species) : Colorful flowers that deer tend to avoid. Grow 6 to 36 inches tall and bloom in many colors

• Calendula (Pot marigold, Calendula officinalis) : Orange, yellow, rust, salmon, and pink flowers. Easy to grow and deer resistant

• Begonias : Shade-tolerant with beautiful blooms and variegated foliage. Many varieties are deer resistant

• Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum species) : Edible flowers and succulent leaves in orange, yellow, red, and pink. Deer resistant and easy to grow from seed

• Ageratum (Ageratum houstonianum) : Soft, powder-puff-like flowers in blue, purple, or white. Generally deer resistant

• Angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia) : Also called summer snapdragons, they bloom from late spring to autumn and are deer resistant

• Caladiums (Caladium bicolor and hybrids) : Known for attractive, colorful foliage rather than flowers. Deer resistant and shade tolerant

• Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) : Annual varieties have fuzzy leaves that deter deer. Available in several drought-resistant cultivars

These plants are generally avoided by deer due to their taste, texture, or scent, making them reliable choices for gardens in deer-prone areas