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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Irene Lantana is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Very low water once established. 1-2x per week dry season.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Balanced or bloom formula.
Schedule: February and September balanced fertilizer.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 2–4 ft
- Mature Width
- 3–6 ft
- Growth Rate
- fast
- Water Demand
- 1/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- FLEPPC Category I
- Iguana Rating
- 5/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Irene Lantana at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Irene Lantana grow in South Florida?
Irene Lantana has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Irene Lantana safe for pets?
Irene Lantana is not safe for pets. Lantana berries toxic to pets. Mandatory disclosure.
How much water does Irene Lantana need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Irene Lantana is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Irene Lantana tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Irene Lantana has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Irene Lantana available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Irene Lantana is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category 1 species.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category 1.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category 1.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category 1 — avoid near Everglades buffer.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. FLEPPC Category 1 concerns near Keys natural areas.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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