| Cultivation:
Lantana is an excellent choice for beds or containers.
Attractive foliage is topped with vividly colored flowers.
The foliage of some cultivars is lemon scented... other's may have
prickly stems. The brightly colored flowers of Lantana are
excellent for attracting hummingbirds and Butterflies.
Plant in full sun in moist, fertile well drained soil in either
beds or containers. Lantana prefers moist soil, but is somewhat drought
tolerant. Feed
monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer. Remove
spent flowers to promote new flower growth.
All Lantana's contain
a toxin that if ingested may cause stomach discomfort. Contact
with foliage may irritate those with sensitive skin.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Spider mites or whiteflies.
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