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Lantana
Uses:
- Containers
- Garden Bed Borders
- Wildlife Gardens
Features:
- Sun & Heat Loving Annual
- Multi Colored Blooms
- Attracts Bees, Butterflies & Hummingbirds
Sunlight:
- Full Sun
- 6+ Hours of Direct Sun
In most areas of the country, gardeners enjoy stunning lantana in the summer only, as pretty flowering borders and container plants. Plant lantanas in full sun where all pollinators can enjoy them.
Growing Lantana
Hybridizers continue to create stunning color combinations in lantana varieties. We offer more than a dozen varieties with pink, yellow, lavender, and orange color combinations. Most lantanas grow to about 24 inches high and around when used as annuals. Where they are perennial, they reach 5 feet tall and about 4 feet wide.
Lantanas are easy-care flowering plants. If lantanas lack flowers, they likely need more sun and less fertilizer. Lantanas are perfect for adding bright color to summer gardens and for bringing butterflies to the garden.
The Best Way to Use Lantana
Lantana can spread in containers to create a thriller color focus. Plant several lantanas to create a colorful groundcover effect. Place lantanas near patios and decks to see pollinators visit the large flower clusters. Add a little compost to the hole when planting lantanas and place them in full sun.
Container plant
Garden borders
Groundcover
Available in several color combinations
Typically 2 feet high and wide
Growing as a perennial in zones 9 to 11, as an annual in colder zones
About Lantana
Genus
Lantana
Species
150+
Family
Verbenaceae
Common Names:
Shrub Verbena, Wild Sage, Yellow Sage
Native To:
Central and South America
Plant Type:
Annuals
Foliage Type:
Herbaceous
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone:
8-11
Flower Color:
Yellow, pink, orange, purple and red.
Flower Bloom Time:
Late Spring until Late Frosts
Growth Habit:
Mounding
Attracts:
butterflies, bees and hummingbirds
Tolerates:
Drought Heat
Resists:
Pests, and Diseases
How To Use Lantana In The Garden
Lantana camara is known for its small, colorful flowers that shift to different shades as they grow, creating a lively and eye-catching display. This characteristic not only is visually appealing but also attracts a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and hummingbirds. Additionally, lantana's aromatic foliage can deter certain pests, making it a practical choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and functionality.
Its trailing varieties, such as Lantana montevidensis, are excellent for ground covers, effectively controlling soil erosion on slopes and embankments. Compact forms are ideal for borders and edges, providing a burst of color along pathways or garden beds. Moreover, lantana thrives in mixed containers and hanging baskets, making it suitable for patios, balconies, or urban gardens where space is limited.
Lantana Care
Plant Lantana in spring after the last frost, selecting a location with at least six hours of daily sunlight. This plant prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Initially, water regularly to establish roots; once established, Lantana is drought-tolerant, typically requiring about an inch of water per week. Over-fertilizing can reduce flower production; a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring suffices.
Prune Lantana lightly during the growing season to encourage new growth and more flowers. In early spring, cut back dead wood by one-third to stimulate fresh growth. In colder zones, treat Lantana as an annual or overwinter containers indoors, placing them near windows in unheated garages. For container growth, use pots with drainage holes and place them in sunny spots.
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Lantana Companion Plants
Lantanas pair well with other sun and heat loving annuals or perennials. Try planting with other pollinating plants like butterfly bushes, salvia, & angelonia. Or combine with foliage interest plants like sweet potato vines and coleus.
