Lantana Montevidensis

Description

(Lantana montevidensis)

SPECIAL QUALITIES

A free flowering and easy-to-grow spreading evergreen plant that is both adaptable and colourful.

FLOWERS

Bears masses of mauve, ball-like flower heads profusely in summer.

POSITION & USES

Plant in a full sun to part shade position. Great for containers, banks and walls.

CULTIVATION

It thrives in most soils and once established will tolerate periods of dryness May be clipped back after each Oower flush to promote bushy growth.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

  • Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
  • Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
  • Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes

Plants Needed per Square Metre 1-2
Habit A low growing, weed suppressing groundcover.
Position Part to Full Sun, Moderate Frost.
Height 45CM
Width 1M