Lantana
Lantana camara
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 14, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Lantana
Lantana (Lantana camara) is a vigorous tropical shrub producing dense clusters of small flowers that shift color as they age. A major butterfly and pollinator nectar source, it thrives in NE Florida with full sun, heat, and dry conditions. Note: UF/IFAS recommends planting only certified sterile cultivars to prevent invasive spread into natural areas. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Grow in full sun for best flowering and most compact growth. Lantana performs poorly in shade and will produce few blooms. In NE Florida it thrives in open, sunny beds and tolerates reflected heat.
Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly only during the first few weeks after planting. Mature plants need little supplemental irrigation in NE Florida and are very heat and drought tolerant.
Adaptable to NE Florida's sandy, well-drained soils. Fertilize lightly — excessive nitrogen reduces blooming. UF/IFAS recommends selecting only sterile, non-invasive cultivars (e.g., Bloomify™ series) to avoid ecological spread.
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Common questions
Is Lantana a good plant for St. Augustine?
Lantana is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 2-4 feet × 3-5 feet (varies by species and cultivar).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.