How to care for your trailing lantana

How to care for your trailing lantana

Our guidelines for helping it grow healthy and strong

Trailing lantana, scientifically known as Lantana sellowiana, is a perennial shrub native to South America. In our nursery, this plant is valued for its ability to adapt to different environmental conditions and for its colorful flowers, which add a vibrant touch to any garden or indoor space.

The right location

Trailing lantana prefers sunny or partially shaded locations. It is important to provide it with good light exposure to encourage abundant flowering and vigorous growth. If grown indoors, place it near a well-lit window.

Illustrated guide: place trailing lantana near a window with indirect light
The right location for your plant

When and how to water it

During the summer, water your trailing lantana every 3 days, while in winter, watering every 7 days is sufficient. Be sure to water thoroughly, but let the soil dry out between waterings. A good way to check the soil moisture is to insert a finger into the substrate: if it feels dry, it is time to water.

Annual watering schedule for trailing lantana, with different frequencies in summer and winter
The watering schedule throughout the year

Temperature and humidity

Trailing lantana thrives in temperatures between 15°C and 30°C, but can tolerate temperatures up to 35°C. During the colder months, it is important not to let temperatures drop below 5°C. Ideal humidity is around 40% to 60%, so maintain a moderately humid environment for its well-being.

Thermometer with an ideal temperature range and humidity bar for trailing lantana
Comfort temperature and humidity

The right fertilizer

During the active growing season, in spring and summer, we recommend fertilizing your Trailing Lantana every 30 days with a balanced liquid fertilizer. This will help support its growth and promote abundant flowering.

The pot and soil

For Trailing Lantana, well-drained soil is essential. An ideal mix includes peat, sand, and universal potting soil, with a pH of around 6.5. Make sure the pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent waterlogging, which could cause root rot.

How to propagate it

Trailing Lantana can easily be propagated both from cuttings and from seed. Cuttings root easily in spring, making this method particularly effective for anyone who wants to propagate the plant.

Our final advice

Trailing Lantana is a versatile and hardy plant, perfect for anyone who wants to add a touch of color to their garden or home. Remember to check the soil moisture regularly and place it in a well-lit spot to get the best from this wonderful plant.

— Giulia's Gardens

Verified care data

These data come directly from the validated botanical profile used to generate the guide.

Light
high · Prefers sunny or partially shaded positions.
Watering
3 days in summer · 7 days in winter · Water thoroughly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. · Check the soil moisture with your finger.
Temperature
15 °C ideal minimum · 30 °C ideal maximum · 5 °C tolerated minimum · 35 °C tolerated maximum
Humidity
moderate · 40% minimum · 60% maximum
Fertilization
balanced liquid fertilizer · spring–summer · 30 days
Propagation
cutting, seed · medium · Cuttings root easily in spring.
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