Bandana® Mango Lantana Plant

Bandana® Mango Lantana brings big summer color to the landscape. Cheery shades of yellow, fade to orange and mango as the season progresses. Bandana Lemon Zest Lantana are heat and drought tolerant, low-maintenance plants that are constantly covered in color that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. They grow well in flower beds, patio planters, coastal gardens, rock gardens, xeriscapes, and rooftop gardens. Plants are not pet friendly.

Our Bandana® Mango Lantana Plants are grown without harmful pesticides, ensuring they are safe for your garden and the environment. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant in spring after the last frost date
• - Space plants 24-36 inches apart, depending on the variety

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0
• - Well-draining soil; tolerates poor soil conditions

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
• - Drought-tolerant once established

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring
• - Avoid over-fertilizing, which can reduce blooming

Pruning and Training:

• - Zones 8-11 should prune back by 1/3 in early spring
• - Deadheading promotes continuous blooms

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for whiteflies and spider mites in dry conditions

Blooming Indicators:

• - Produces clusters of small, multicolored flowers
• - Blooms continuously from late spring through fall

Light Requirements:

• - Prefers full sun
• - Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal blooming

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Thrives in hot temperatures
• - Hardy in USDA zones 8-11; treat as an annual in colder regions
• - Cannot tolerate frost; protect or bring indoors when temperatures drop below 40°F

Companion Plants for Lantana:

• - Pentas: These heat-loving plants offer star-shaped flower clusters
• - Angelonia: Also known as summer snapdragon, it provides vertical interest
• - Salvia: These drought-tolerant plants offer spikes of colorful blooms
• - Gaillardia: Also called blanket flower, it provides daisy-like blooms
• - Verbena: These low-growing plants offer colorful blooms and a spreading habit