Purple Trailing Lantana
Purple Trailing Lantana
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Not only are Purple Trailing Lantanas a picture of beautiful eye catching purples, they are also strong and versatile growers! They can act as erosion control on slopes, hang down from baskets, or live in containers. The bottom line is they can add the perfect touch of purple wherever you need it!
- BOLD LAVENDER COLORS: A popular ground cover plant with wonderful purples that add life to any garden.
- PERSISTENT: Appealing almost all year round in a naturally low, spreading form.
- VERSATILE: Perfectly suited for hanging baskets or erosion control on slopes and hillsides.
Questions & Answers
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Does purple lantana come only in “trailing” forms or can you get it in compact forms as well?
Purple lantana is available in both trailing and compact forms. While the trailing purple lantana (Lantana montevidensis) is popular for ground cover and cascading effects, you can also find compact varieties that grow in a more upright, bush-like shape. These compact forms are ideal for small garden spaces or containers, offering the same vibrant purple blooms in a more controlled, tidy growth habit. Whether you're looking for trailing or compact, purple lantana offers versatile options for different landscaping needs.
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What is the botanical name?
The botanical name of the purple trailing lantana is Lantana montevidensis. This plant is also commonly known as Trailing Lantana or Creeping Lantana. It is characterized by its low-growing, spreading habit and clusters of small purple or lavender flowers, making it an excellent ground cover or cascading plant in containers.
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Is this plant an annual or perinnial
Yes, Purple Trailing Lantana (Lantana montevidensis) is a perennial in warmer climates, specifically in USDA Zones 9 to 11. In these zones, it will return year after year, providing a vibrant display of purple blooms. However, in cooler regions, it is often grown as an annual or can be brought indoors to protect it from frost. Purple Trailing Lantana thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it a popular choice for ground cover or cascading from containers and hanging baskets.
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Do they do well in Illinois ( northwest corner) Moline, Il
Purple Trailing Lantana (Lantana montevidensis) is not well-suited for the climate in Moline, Illinois (northwest corner), which falls in USDA Zone 5b to 6a. This plant thrives in warmer climates within Zones 9 to 11, where it can enjoy full sun and heat. In colder regions like Illinois, Purple Trailing Lantana would not survive the winter outdoors, as it is sensitive to frost. However, it can be grown as an annual or moved indoors during the colder months to protect it from freezing temperatures.
We ordered 2 purple trailing lantanas and one Anne Marie lantana. Unfortunately, they wound up taking a couple extra days to get to us and apparently spent a weekend sitting somewhere along the way during the shipping process. When I opened them, the Anne Marie was not looking too good. I was afraid it wouldn’t make it, but after removing the wilted parts, letting it ”rest” a few days, then re-potting it, it just took off and wound up blooming before the purple ones. All 3 plants are very healthy and beautiful, and I would definitely order from Michael’s Nursery again.