Lantana

Lantana Care

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What is the plant

Known for extended bloom time, this easy-to-care shrub of Lantana will turn any garden into a permanent flower shop.

This ornamental shrub, native to Central and South America, is often considered an invasive species due to its ability to spread fast and easy-to-germinate seeds. It has high environmental tolerance and can sustain a wide range of conditions.
Lantana is identified by thick hairy, textured leaves, dark green and flexible stems. It flourished throughout almost the entirety of the year when in protected spots, but most intensely in spring and summer, and it bears small and numerous flowers in shades of red, yellow, and purple. Flowers arrange in clusters, and it is common to find different colored flowers in the same cluster.
This plant is considered easy to care for and can grow up to 6.5 feet (2 m) high. When kept in outdoor gardens, it’s known for attracting wildlife such as butterflies and hummingbirds.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 21°C

Hardiness zone

8b - 10b

Difficulty

Medium

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Common Lantana should be watered periodically, about once a week. Young plants will need frequent watering, but after being established, they become drought-tolerant and require less maintenance.
Pruning
Cut the tips to encourage blooming. It can sustain cutbacks until about a third of its size. It can also be pruned to maintain its size and shape. Make sure to do it in spring.
Fertilizer
Fertilization is not required, but this plant can be fed a little fertilizer each spring. Choose any general fertilizer with a 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 NPK ratio.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Common Lantana thrives in full sun.
Soil
It can sustain a variety of soils but prefers slightly acidic, well-draining, fertile soils rich in organic matter.
Propagation
Propagates by stem and by seed. Plant in spring, when the frost is completely over.

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Temperature
This plant prefers warm temperatures. Although it can tolerate cold temperatures, it’s sensitive to frost, which turns its leaves brown. Make sure to keep it above 60 ºF (15 ºC).
Container
Any type of container is great. Trailing varieties can be grown in hanging baskets, and this plant can also be planted in outdoor gardens; just make sure to keep it under control.
Fun fact
Despite its medicinal properties, Common Lantana is toxic when ingested and can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation, so make sure you use gloves when handling it.