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Trailing Lantana

Lantana Montevidensis

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Overview

Trailing Lantana (Lantana montevidensis) is a sprawling evergreen groundcover known for its vigorous growth, reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of up to 5 feet. It features aromatic, vibrant green foliage and clusters of petite, lavender to purple flowers that bloom continuously in warm climates. Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to the landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Type Ground coverClimate Arid, Subtropical
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of up to 5 feet; the plant is adorned with abundant clusters of petite

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover
Family
Verbenaceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — the Trailing Lantana prefers full sun exposure; originating from South America, image 91
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — It performs best in well-drained soils and benefits from moderate watering; purple flowers in the garden
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — making it a practical and picturesque addition to your client's garden
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — reaching 2 feet in height with a spread of up to 5 feet; the plant is adorned with abundant clusters of, image 77
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — adding dynamic life to the landscape.<br><br>For optimal growth; reaching 2 feet in height with a spread, image 65
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — including butterflies and hummingbirds; when incorporating Trailing Lantana into the landscape design, image 89
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — ground cover for full or half; making it a practical and picturesque addition to your client's garden, image 75
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — purple flowers in the garden; making it an excellent choice for groundcover or spilling over retaining walls and
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant; and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds to the landscape, image 80
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — typically boasting shades of lavender; this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — Originating from South America; showcasing a dense mat of dark green
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — the Trailing Lantana prefers full sun exposure; originating from South America
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — the plant is adorned with abundant clusters of petite; ground cover with purple blooms, image 61
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — this low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; including butterflies and hummingbirds
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — These vibrant blossoms are not only visually appealing but also attract a plethora of pollinators, image 38
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — making it an excellent choice for groundcover or spilling over retaining walls and containers; vibrant green foliage
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — making it a practical and picturesque addition to your client's garden; trailing Lantana (Lantana, image 72
Trailing Lantana (Lantana Montevidensis) — including butterflies and hummingbirds
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