Japanese Beetle Resistant Plants for Southern Landscapes

Plants They Avoid

While Japanese beetles devastate many garden favorites, several common landscape plants remain largely untouched. Based on field observation, these show consistent resistance:

• Pine species
• Lamb's ear (Stachys byzantina)
• Lantana
• Holly (Ilex species)

The Challenge

The list of plants Japanese beetles do feed on is extensive—roses, grapes, lindens, crepe myrtles, and many more. Resistance planting alone won't eliminate beetle pressure but can reduce damage in key landscape areas.

Reference Resource

Consult "Plants Resistant to Japanese Beetle" for a comprehensive list organized by plant category and resistance level.