Trailing Shrubverbena (Lantana montevidensis)
Lantana montevidensis, commonly known as Trailing Shrubverbena, is a fast-growing, sprawling shrub with continuous blooms, perfect for groundcover or hanging baskets.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering.
Watering
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers average to slightly sandy loam. Tolerates poor soils but thrives with some organic matter.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-27°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering.
Tolerates partial shade.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers average to slightly sandy loam. Tolerates poor soils but thrives with some organic matter.
Ideal growing range is 18-27°C.
Can tolerate brief dips but protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Creeper
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Groundcover, Hanging, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.3-0.6 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to elliptic
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyVerbenaceae
- genusLantana
- speciesLantana montevidensis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No