USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread
60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
The tender perennial Lantana camara 'Samantha' is repeat-blooming and bears showy, bright yellow and fragrant flowers. The matte foliage is variegated, medium lime and deep green in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and evergreen. Lantana camara 'Samantha' has smooth stems. A specimen plant, Lantana camara 'Samantha' can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, ground cover, hanging basket, specimen, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Lantana camara 'Samantha' . Lantana camara 'Samantha' is tolerant of pollution and salt.
Cautions
The growth rate of Lantana camara 'Samantha' is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Lantana camara 'Samantha' may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
