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Lantana montevidensis

Family Verbenaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tender perennial Lantana montevidensis (trailing lantana) yields showy, multi-coloured faded violet, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms. This plant is rounded in form and has matte, medium textured, aromatic and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The stems are smooth in texture. Lantana montevidensis (trailing lantana) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, hanging basket and specimen.
Special Characteristics This tender perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Lantana montevidensis tolerates drought and pollution.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lantana montevidensis (trailing lantana) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.