Lantana 'Dark Purple' (Rooted Starter Plant)
Estimated delivery between 01 November and 03 November.
The Dark Purple Lantana (Lantana camara) is a compact, colorful shrub from the Verbenaceae family, offered here as a rooted starter plug ready for planting. Native to the warm tropical regions of Central and South America, this hardy plant is loved for its brilliant clusters of deep purple blooms that appear from spring until the first frost. Growing with a neat, mounding habit, it typically reaches 1-2 feet tall and spreads 2-4 feet wide when mature, making it perfect for sunny borders, edging, or container displays. This rooted starter plant gives you a strong beginning, allowing it to establish quickly in your garden or container. Outdoors, it thrives in hot, sunny conditions and continues to bloom generously through the season. Indoors, it can be grown in containers if placed near a bright south-facing window or in a sunroom. Like all lantanas, it is a true pollinator favorite, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds wherever it grows.
While beautiful and resilient, keep in mind that its berries and foliage are toxic if ingested, so handle with care around pets and children.
Benefits
- Produces clusters of rich purple flowers from spring to frost
- Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
- Drought-tolerant and easy to care for
- Compact growth is great for edging, borders, and small spaces
- Adapts well to containers and sunny indoor spots
Care Guide
With simple care, your rooted starter plant will grow into a healthy lantana with vibrant blooms.
Light and Water
- Light: Needs full sun (6-8 hours daily). Indoors, place near a south-facing window.
- Water: Water deeply when the topsoil is dry. Avoid overwatering.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Well-draining soil is best to prevent root rot.
- Fertilizer: Use a light, balanced feed during the growing season.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Loves warmth; protects from frost.
- Humidity: Tolerates dry air but also adapts indoors.
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Trim to shape and encourage new blooms.
- Propagating: Easy to grow from stem cuttings.
- Repotting: When grown in containers, refresh the soil every 1-2 years.
Common Problems
- Pests: May attract aphids or whiteflies; treat with insecticidal soap.
- Overwatering: Can cause root rot; let the soil dry between watering.
- Cold Damage: Frost-sensitive; protect in winter.
Best Location and Uses
- Perfect for sunny borders, flower beds, and edging
- Ideal for container gardening on patios and balconies
- Can be grown indoors in very bright, sunny rooms
- Excellent choice for pollinator gardens
Lantana 'Dark Purple' (Rooted Starter Plant)
Estimated delivery between 01 November and 03 November.
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Care Guide & Presentation
Lantana 'Dark Purple' (Rooted Starter Plant): Overview
The Dark Purple Lantana (Lantana camara) is a compact, colorful shrub from the Verbenaceae family, offered here as a rooted starter plug ready for planting. Native to the warm tropical regions of Central and South America, this hardy plant is loved for its brilliant clusters of deep purple blooms that appear from spring until the first frost. Growing with a neat, mounding habit, it typically reaches 1-2 feet tall and spreads 2-4 feet wide when mature, making it perfect for sunny borders, edging, or container displays. This rooted starter plant gives you a strong beginning, allowing it to establish quickly in your garden or container. Outdoors, it thrives in hot, sunny conditions and continues to bloom generously through the season. Indoors, it can be grown in containers if placed near a bright south-facing window or in a sunroom. Like all lantanas, it is a true pollinator favorite, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds wherever it grows.
While beautiful and resilient, keep in mind that its berries and foliage are toxic if ingested, so handle with care around pets and children.
Benefits
- Produces clusters of rich purple flowers from spring to frost
- Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds
- Drought-tolerant and easy to care for
- Compact growth is great for edging, borders, and small spaces
- Adapts well to containers and sunny indoor spots
Care Guide
With simple care, your rooted starter plant will grow into a healthy lantana with vibrant blooms.
Light and Water
- Light: Needs full sun (6-8 hours daily). Indoors, place near a south-facing window.
- Water: Water deeply when the topsoil is dry. Avoid overwatering.
Soil and Fertilization
- Soil: Well-draining soil is best to prevent root rot.
- Fertilizer: Use a light, balanced feed during the growing season.
Temperature and Humidity
- Temperature: Loves warmth; protects from frost.
- Humidity: Tolerates dry air but also adapts indoors.
Pruning, Propagating, and Repotting
- Pruning: Trim to shape and encourage new blooms.
- Propagating: Easy to grow from stem cuttings.
- Repotting: When grown in containers, refresh the soil every 1-2 years.
Common Problems
- Pests: May attract aphids or whiteflies; treat with insecticidal soap.
- Overwatering: Can cause root rot; let the soil dry between watering.
- Cold Damage: Frost-sensitive; protect in winter.
Best Location and Uses
- Perfect for sunny borders, flower beds, and edging
- Ideal for container gardening on patios and balconies
- Can be grown indoors in very bright, sunny rooms
- Excellent choice for pollinator gardens