I grow roses and hollyhocks (which the deer eat like ice cream:( I also throw in some herbs which the deer don't like. I can make my own tinctures and teas with most of them and really enjoy that. My newest crop are hops, nice and hairy so the deer leave it alone. I've made great "dream pillows" for my kids with the cones, but I suspect my husband would like me to take up brewing instead:) I may someday when time allows, however, I've forgotten if the hops are Fuggles or Hallertau, which does make a difference in what type of beer you want to brew. Oh yes, I grow lavender too, I love lavender! Happy gardening!