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Spreading Sunset™ Lantana
Lantana x 'Monet'
Pronunciation: lan-TAY-na
SKU #05705
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 6 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | A nearly year-round profusion of color from masses of vivid orange-red flowers! The beautiful spreading form is extremely useful in sunny flower beds or containers. An excellent low border, groundcover, or accent shrub. Heat tolerant. Evergreen in warm, frost-free climates; treat as a summer annual in northern regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring and summer; longer in frost-free areas |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hillside |
| Design Ideas | An evergreen, all-season bloomer such as this Lantana is indispensable in the garden as a high groundcover or low hedge. Use its mounding growth to accentuate the form and flowers of companions. Trail over walls or hanging baskets. A lovely tropical annual in temperate climates. |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Mirror Plant (Coprosma); Princess Flower (Tibouchina); Plumbago (Plumbago); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; continue to water container plants regularly. Space 5 to 6 ft. apart as groundcover. Fertilize in spring. Remove spent flowers for a tidy appearance. |
| History | Common spreading Lantana (Lantana camera) is native to Central and South America. It was brought to Australia and the Pacific region as an ornamental plant in the 1840s. Lantana is considered invasive in many parts of the world where it has naturalized. The leaves are poisonous to animals, but the berries are a delicacy to many bird species. |
Details
| Description | A nearly year-round profusion of color from masses of vivid orange-red flowers! The beautiful spreading form is extremely useful in sunny flower beds or containers. An excellent low border, groundcover, or accent shrub. Heat tolerant. Evergreen in warm, frost-free climates; treat as a summer annual in northern regions. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring and summer; longer in frost-free areas |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hillside |
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| Design Ideas | An evergreen, all-season bloomer such as this Lantana is indispensable in the garden as a high groundcover or low hedge. Use its mounding growth to accentuate the form and flowers of companions. Trail over walls or hanging baskets. A lovely tropical annual in temperate climates. |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Phormium (Phormium); Mirror Plant (Coprosma); Princess Flower (Tibouchina); Plumbago (Plumbago); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; continue to water container plants regularly. Space 5 to 6 ft. apart as groundcover. Fertilize in spring. Remove spent flowers for a tidy appearance. |
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History
| History | Common spreading Lantana (Lantana camera) is native to Central and South America. It was brought to Australia and the Pacific region as an ornamental plant in the 1840s. Lantana is considered invasive in many parts of the world where it has naturalized. The leaves are poisonous to animals, but the berries are a delicacy to many bird species. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Spreading Sunset™ Lantana produce flowers?
Spring and summer; longer in frost-free areas
Is Spreading Sunset™ Lantana evergreen or deciduous?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
Is Spreading Sunset™ Lantana resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Spreading Sunset™ Lantana grow?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana grows in an Spreading habit.
Where can I use Spreading Sunset™ Lantana in my landscape?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana is suitable for: Border, Container, Hillside.
How can I use Spreading Sunset™ Lantana in my garden design?
An evergreen, all-season bloomer such as this Lantana is indispensable in the garden as a high groundcover or low hedge. Use its mounding growth to accentuate the form and flowers of companions. Trail over walls or hanging baskets. A lovely tropical annual in temperate climates.
What color are Spreading Sunset™ Lantana flowers?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana produces Orange flowers.
What color is the foliage of Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Spreading Sunset™ Lantana has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Good companion plants for Spreading Sunset™ Lantana include: Phormium (Phormium); Mirror Plant (Coprosma); Princess Flower (Tibouchina); Plumbago (Plumbago); Cordyline (Cordyline).
How do I care for Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Thrives in average, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in the landscape, reduce frequency; continue to water container plants regularly. Space 5 to 6 ft. apart as groundcover. Fertilize in spring. Remove spent flowers for a tidy appearance.
What is the history of Spreading Sunset™ Lantana?
Common spreading Lantana (Lantana camera) is native to Central and South America. It was brought to Australia and the Pacific region as an ornamental plant in the 1840s. Lantana is considered invasive in many parts of the world where it has naturalized. The leaves are poisonous to animals, but the berries are a delicacy to many bird species.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.