Lavender Swirl Lantana
Lavender Swirl Lantana (Lantana montevidensis 'Lavender Swirl')
The Lavender Swirl Lantana (Lantana montevidensis 'Lavender Swirl') is a trailing, heat-tolerant perennial known for its clusters of delicate lavender and white blooms. This fast-spreading plant thrives in warm climates and is an excellent choice for ground cover, hanging baskets, and cascading over walls.
Distinctive Features
Lavender Swirl Lantana is prized for its soft pastel flowers, which appear in profusion from spring through fall. The blooms attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, making it a great addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Its low-growing, trailing habit and fine-textured foliage make it ideal for both ornamental and functional landscape uses.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade but flowers best with ample sunlight.
- Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy, or loamy soil; tolerates poor soil conditions.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established; water regularly during dry spells.
- Humidity: Adapts well to both dry and humid conditions.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11 (grown as an annual in cooler regions).
Ideal Uses
- Ground Cover: Spreads quickly to fill garden beds and suppress weeds.
- Hanging Baskets & Containers: Cascades beautifully over edges for a lush display.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
Low Maintenance Care
Lavender Swirl Lantana is an easy-to-grow plant that requires minimal upkeep. Its heat and drought tolerance make it ideal for warm climates and low-water gardens.
- Watering: Water regularly until established; reduce frequency once mature.
- Pruning: Trim back as needed to encourage bushier growth and remove spent flowers.
- Fertilizing: Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in spring to enhance blooming.
- Propagation: Easily propagated from cuttings or layering.
Why Choose Lavender Swirl Lantana?
With its long-lasting blooms, resilience, and pollinator-friendly nature, Lavender Swirl Lantana is a fantastic addition to any garden.
- Extended Bloom Time: Flowers continuously from spring to fall.
- Attracts Pollinators: A favorite of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
- Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care and water.
- Versatile Placement: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and ground cover.
For those looking for a heat-tolerant, pollinator-friendly plant with soft, pastel blooms, Lavender Swirl Lantana (Lantana montevidensis 'Lavender Swirl') is an excellent choice.

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