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Trailing Lantana (Lantana montevidensis) growing in South Florida
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Trailing Lantana — South Florida Plant Guide

Lantana montevidensis

Family: Verbenaceae · Groundcover

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

flowering groundcoverslope bank coveragebutterfly gardenmedian plantingmass planting

Etikèt Estil

naturalisticflorida friendlybutterfly gardendrought tolerantlow maintenance

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Trailing Lantana is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water once established. 1x per week dry season — very drought tolerant. Rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandylimestoneloamcoastal rocky

Fertilizer: Light balanced granular if any. Very low nutrient requirements.

Schedule: Optional light fertilizer February and September. Very low fertilizer requirements.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
0.51.5 ft
Lajè Matire
36 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
6/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Trailing Lantana nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Trailing Lantana grow in South Florida?

Trailing Lantana has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Trailing Lantana safe for pets?

Trailing Lantana is not safe for pets. Lantana berries toxic to pets — all Lantana species. Disclose.

How much water does Trailing Lantana need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Trailing Lantana is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Trailing Lantana tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Trailing Lantana has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Trailing Lantana available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Trailing Lantana is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT the invasive L.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Good Broward groundcover for slopes and banks.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Very common in Palm Beach County slope and median applications.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Naples area drought-tolerant groundcover programs.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Good coastal groundcover with moderate salt tolerance.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

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