Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend'

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Common Name: 

Spanish Flag

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5): 

Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

90 cm

Maximum width: 

75 cm

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Description

Brilliant tones of red, orange and yellow produce a vibrant display of color; heat and drought tolerant with a light, sweet fragrance

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Blooming

Yellow to red or white flowers in 1-2 inch clusters when no frost is present.

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Growth

Evergreen shrub to 6 or more feet. Fast growing. Light frosts keep plant in check, but heavy frost may damage or kill the plants. Good for attracting butterflies. Spreading kinds are good for ground covers. Grows best in full sun.

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Planting

Dig a hole twice as large as the plant you are using. Squeeze the container to loosen the roots, remove it from the pot by turning the pot upside down and gently pulling on the plant. Be sure the grasp the plant at the base near the soil line before pulling. Add a little time release plant food into your hole and mix it lightly into the soil. Place the root ball into your hole. The top of the soil in the pot should be even with the soil in your garden bed. Press the soil gently around the plant, do not pack the soil tightly the roots will grow better if the soil isn't compacted. Water the plant in using a watering can or other gentle flow of water. This will settle the soil around the plant. To conserve water and discourage weeds a layer of mulch can be added to the top of the soil around the plant, this mulch should come close to the plant but not touch the stem.

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Pest

Whiteflies, spider mites, and root knot nematode. Other problems include rust, stem rot, leaf spot, and virus disease.

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Interesting facts

Foliage can irritate the skin upon contact and cause stomach upset if ingested.

Spanish Flag (Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') - Soil and irrigation

Moderate water. Needs well-draining soil that is kept moist and fertile.

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