Chapel Hill Gold Lantana Plant Live Plug – Hardy Perennial Ready to Grow

Add Vibrant Color with Hardy Lantana Plants

Bring the beauty of the tropics to your garden with a Lantana plant. These fragrant natives are broadleaf evergreen shrubs that are both drought-hardy and cold-hardy to slightly below freezing. Growing in a large mound, reaching about 3 feet tall and wide, hardy Lantana is perfect as a specimen plant or in groupings along sunny borders. They are also excellent for erosion control on sunny slopes, providing a beautiful and practical solution for your landscape.

Our live plants are essential for butterfly and hummingbird gardens, creating a lively and colorful ecosystem right in your backyard. They are also ideal for xeriscape gardens with low water needs, making them an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping. These versatile plants also make a lovely addition to large containers on decks, patios, and other outdoor living spaces, allowing you to enjoy their beauty wherever you choose. The popular variety features a smaller growth habit and abundant clusters of bicolor pink and yellow flowers from late spring to frost, ensuring a long season of blooms.

Benefits of Growing Lantana:

• Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing garden biodiversity.
• Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, reducing maintenance and protecting your plants.
• Long blooming period from late spring to frost, providing continuous color.
• Suitable for containers and garden beds, offering versatile planting options.
• Provides erosion control on slopes, helping to stabilize soil.

These hardy Lantana plants are easy to grow and drought-tolerant, thriving in USDA Zones 7b to 11. North of Zone 7b, plants can be grown in pots and overwintered indoors, extending their reach to colder climates. Our Lantana plugs are ready to grow and bring joy to your garden, providing a hassle-free start to your planting journey. For best results, space plants 3-4 feet apart for hedges; allow 5-6 feet for individual plants. Pinch once after transplanting to encourage bushier growth. Water at the base in the morning, allowing soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lantana Plants

• How big will my Lantana plant get? Our hardy Lantana typically grows to about 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide, forming a lovely mound shape, ideal for various garden designs.
• What kind of soil does Lantana need? Lantana thrives in well-draining soil. Amend heavy clay soils with compost or other organic matter to improve drainage and ensure healthy growth.
• How much sunlight does Lantana require? For best results, plant your Lantana in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day to encourage abundant blooms.
• How often should I water my Lantana plant? Water deeply at planting and then allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Lantana is drought-tolerant once established, requiring less frequent watering.
• Is Lantana deer-resistant? Yes, Lantana is known for being deer-resistant, making it a great choice for gardens in areas with deer populations, providing peace of mind for gardeners.