Tip #6: Lantana
When the temperature rises to uncomfortable extremes, lantana kicks into high gear. This phenomenal plant behaves as a tough perennial in warm climates and serves as a sensational, fast-growing annual in cooler zones. Lantana produces clusters of tiny, tubular flowers that frequently change color as they age, creating a mesmerizing, multi-colored confetti effect on a single plant.
Lantana is exceptionally drought-tolerant once its root system settles into your garden. You should allow the top few inches of soil to dry out completely before providing deep supplemental watering. Overwatering lantana is one of the few ways you can actually harm it, as it despises soggy roots.
If you want to attract pollinators, lantana is highly effective. Swallowtail butterflies, monarchs, and hummingbirds will visit these blooms relentlessly. However, you should place lantana thoughtfully if you have curious pets or young children; the leaves and unripe berries can be toxic if ingested.
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Great information on flowers that bloom all summer.
Thank you,
Darlene
Where’s the article. All I get is ads for edging
It’s located on the first page. There’s the pic of flowers and a gold link that sez “See Flowers”. Tap on that and your first of 12 flowers is zinneas. At the end of that part, click on the green 2 so be taken to the next flower info. Continue until you have seen all 12 flowers.
Thanks for the wonderful tips. I’m running a little behind schedule in extending my summer garden but will definitely incorporate these ideas.
I would like info on where can I buy the seeds or plant of LANTANA and MARIGOLD please
I’ve got Lantana growing along my driveway and front yard. I would live to send you some.
vinca, all summer until frost, and withstand hot sun, and pretty good when it dry
I can only see two flowers. What am I doing wrong?