In my opinion, it would not be late July in New England without a big stand of Oriental Lilies by the main door. Preferably located where their fragrance, which is strongest at night, can drift inside. It is a spicy scent, not ‘floral’ really at all. They are a little early this year, they really ought to be in August; but I certainly enjoy them. It is also worthwhile to note that while the lily beetles will eat them, they prefer the Asiatic lilies; so the latter can function as a trap reducing the amount of effort needed to protect the Oriental lilies. Though one still needs to keep a very close eye on them. Support is also useful, in this spot some ferns help out, elsewhere, lanky rugosa roses give some support.
Acair Fearann 
Well I just learned something new today and that is very good to know. I was wondering why I have lilies in my front garden that don’t seem to be bothered by lily beetles but they are all Oriental. Lily beetle has been horrible for me. Over the past couple of years I’ve removed just about all lilies from my garden.
Sue,
It definitely isn’t a complete fix, they will eat them. But it does seem that they don’t like them nearly as much. With one exception, the only time I have found them on Oriental lilies is when they have been closely planted with Asiatics, and even then they always start on, and are more common on, the Asiatics.
I haven’t tried Orienpet lilies or Chinese Trumpet lilies, maybe next year. I wonder if those are as edible.
They are horrid buggers, the only way I have kept them under control this year was daily inspection of every leaf. I don’t dare go away!