❤️ Lantana Red (Lantana camara)

Lantana Red is a vibrant, sun-loving flowering plant known for its clusters of bold, fiery blooms that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. With its hardy nature, drought tolerance, and long flowering season, this plant is perfect for gardens, borders, balconies, and outdoor pots. Its striking red blooms add instant color and energy to any landscape.

🔆 Light Requirements

• Ideal Light: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for the best flowering.

• Tolerates: Partial sunlight, though it may bloom less.

• Avoid: Shaded areas — lack of light leads to sparse blooms and leggy growth.

💧 Watering Guidelines

• When to Water: Water when the top 2–3 cm (1 inch) of soil feels dry.

• Frequency:

  • Summer: 2–3 times per week

  • Cooler months: Once weekly

• Important: Lantana is drought-tolerant — avoid overwatering, as it may cause fungal issues or root rot.

🌾 Soil & Potting

• Soil: Well-draining soil with sand or perlite mixed with garden soil and compost.

• Pot: Medium to large pot with drainage if grown in containers — lantana grows fast and may spread.

🌱 Fertilization

• Feed: Every 4–6 weeks during the growing and blooming season using a balanced or bloom-boosting fertilizer.

• Avoid: Excessive fertilizer — too much feeding can reduce flowers and promote only foliage.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune: Light pruning keeps the shape compact and encourages more blooms.

• Deadheading: Remove dried flower clusters to stimulate continuous flowering.

• Hard Pruning: Once yearly (late winter or early spring) to refresh plant structure.

🪴 Humidity & Temperature

• Humidity: Thrives in normal outdoor humidity levels.

• Temperature: Prefers 20–35°C (68–95°F).

• Protect: From frost — temperatures below 5°C (41°F) may damage the plant.

🌼 Blooming Notes

• Blooms nearly year-round in warm climates, especially from spring through autumn.

• Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and pollinators, making it ideal for eco-friendly gardens.

🛑 Pet Note

Lantana leaves and berries can be toxic if ingested by pets or livestock — keep out of reach of animals.

✅ Why Choose Lantana Red?

🔥 Bold & Vibrant Color: Adds instant brightness and energy to gardens.
🦋 Pollinator Magnet: Loved by butterflies and hummingbirds.
🌿 Low-Maintenance: Heat-tolerant, hardy, and easy to grow.
⏳ Long Blooming Season: Flowers repeatedly with minimal care.