Lantana can be an upright or spreading shrub used in gardens, as hedges, or as foundation plants. One species is intended for groundcover and rock gardens, or to reduce erosion on banks. Lantana shrubs produce berries, which are poisonous. This fragrant plant is a sun lover and blooms profusely until the frost arrives.
More than a hundred species of Lantana exist, many grow to four feet high and wide with round clusters of trumpet-shaped flowers. It is a carefree plant that takes care of itself once it is established. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees love these flowers. Dwarf varieties can be added to pathways and borders, while taller varieties provide color in groupings under trees.
Smaller varieties can be grown indoors, where they should get at least four hours of sunlight each day. Water weekly, when soil is slightly dry. Increased growth can be achieved by pruning; plants can grow out of control without regular pruning. It’s a good idea to mist indoor Lantana regularly.