Lantana

Lantana camara, Verbenaceae

Zones

8a–13b

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

PlumeriaPlumeria rubra

Pollinator Sharing

Lemon VerbenaAloysia citrodora

Pest Deterrent

Tropical HibiscusHibiscus rosa-sinensis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Winter DaphneDaphne odora

Lantana is known for strong allelopathic properties that can inhibit growth of sensitive plants like daphne through root and foliar chemical interference.

PlumbagoPlumbago auriculata

Both vigorous tropical plants produce allelopathic compounds and have aggressive growth patterns that lead to mutual suppression and competition.

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Lantana grow in?

Lantana grows in USDA hardiness zones 8a through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Lantana?

Good companions for Lantana include Plumeria, Lemon Verbena, Tropical Hibiscus.

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