Rabbit Resistant Plants

Plant Care

Rabbits can quickly damage flowers, shrubs, and young plants, making plant selection an important part of a successful landscape. Our guide to rabbit-resistant plants highlights reliable varieties that are less appealing to rabbits while still providing beautiful color, texture, and seasonal interest. Discover smart planting choices that help reduce browsing damage and keep landscapes looking their best.

Annuals

Ageratum

Lantana

Wax Begonia

Alyssum 

Marigold

Zinnia

Cleome 

Salvia

Geranium

Snapdragon

Perennials

Allium

Columbine

Lavender

Anemone

Creeping Phlox

Lenten Rose

Artemisia

Daylily

Liriope

Astilbe

Epimedium

Milkweed

Baptista

Euphorbia

Peony

Bee Balm

Gaillardia

Pulmonaria

Bergenia

Geranium

Rudbeckia

Betony

Hens & Chicks

Russian Sage

Bleeding Heart

Iris

Salvia

Brunnera

Lady Mantel

Sedum

Campanula

Lambs Ear

Snapdragon

Catnip

Lamium

Veronica

Shrubs

Alpine Currant

Euonymus 

Spirea 

Barberry 

Forsythia 

Sumac 

Cotoneaster 

Hibiscus 

Viburnum 

Diervilla 

Hydrangea 

Weigelia 

Deutzia 

Lilac 

Elderberry 

Red Twig Dogwood 

Evergreens

Azalea 

Juniper 

Yew 

Boxwood 

Pine 

Holly 

Spruce  

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