Trailing Lantana

LANTANA MONTEVIDENSIS

Growth Potential

Height: 12-18 inches | Width: 3-6 feet (spreads aggressively in ideal conditions)

Designed to Spill and Soften Edges

Trailing Lantana is a low growing, spreading perennial known for its clusters of lavender purple blooms that appear from spring through frost. Unlike upright lantana varieties, this type forms a dense mat that cascades beautifully over walls, slopes, and bed edges. It is extremely heat tolerant and thrives in North Texas summers, making it a reliable, long season color plant for both residential and commercial landscapes.

Trailing Lantana Flowers to Spill and Soften Landscape

Best Area to Plant

Location:

Slopes for erosion control, cascading over retaining walls, front of flower beds, large open areas needing groundcover, or along driveway edges.

Placement:

Thrives in full sun. In North Texas, it performs exceptionally well in hot, dry areas with reflected heat. Excellent for xeriscape landscapes and large mass plantings where low maintenance color is desired.

Care Instructions

  • Light:

    Requires full sun, at least 6-8 hours daily for best flowering.

  • Water:

    Low water once established. Water deeply but infrequently. Avoid overwatering as it prefers drier conditions.

  • Soil:

    Adapts to various soils but must have good drainage. Performs well in sandy or amended clay soils.

  • Pruning:

    Cut back hard in late winter after threat of freeze passes. During the growing season, lightly trim to control spread and encourage fuller growth.

  • Fertilizer:

    Minimal feeding required. Light spring fertilizer application is sufficient. Over fertilizing can reduce blooms.