Lantana Camara Seeds - Flower Plant

Lantana camara, commonly known as Lantana, is a vibrant flowering shrub prized for its colorful clusters of blooms in shades of yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, and white. Blooming continuously from late spring until frost, it is an excellent choice for borders, containers, butterfly gardens, pollinator landscapes, and xeriscapes. This heat- and drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, providing long-lasting color while attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.

Features

• Produces vibrant clusters of multicolored flowers
• Long blooming season from late spring through fall
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
• Excellent for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens
• Heat and drought tolerant once established
• Easy to grow and low maintenance
• Suitable for xeriscapes and sunny landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lantana camara
• Common Name (US): Lantana
• Seed Type / Variety: Mixed Color Flowering Shrub Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen shrub in warm climates; grown as an annual in cooler regions
• USDA Zones: 8–11 (grown as an annual in Zones 2–7)
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: February–April
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14–42 days at 70–80°F (21–27°C); soaking seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing may improve germination
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil; tolerant of poor soils
• Watering Needs: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 2–6 feet tall, 3–8 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 24–36 inches apart