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Lantana — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Lantana camara |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 14–42 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 21.1–26.7 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 70–90 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 45.7–91.4 |
| Mature height (cm) | 30.5–121.9 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 45.7–121.9 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 2–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Low |
| Sowing method | indoor-start |
Growing directions
Sow seeds after lightly scarifying or nicking the seed coat; soak overnight to improve germination, which is slow and can take 4–6 weeks at 70–80°F. Transplant in full sun after all frost risk has passed; lantana thrives in heat, drought, and poor soil and blooms most freely under mild stress. The multicolored flower clusters change color as they age, giving plants a jewel-like effect; deadhead clusters as they fade to keep new flowers coming. Perennial in zones 9–11 where it can become invasive; grow as an annual elsewhere.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0