Lantana Growing Guide
Verbenaceae family
Days to Harvest60 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceNone
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
Germination14-28 days
HardinessVery Tender
Germ. Temp80°F
Start Indoors10 weeks before last frost
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Establishing
- Budding
- Blooming
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Mar 16 | Jun 8 | — | Aug 7 |
| Zone 1b | Mar 16 | Jun 8 | — | Aug 7 |
| Zone 2a | Mar 6 | May 29 | — | Jul 28 |
| Zone 2b | Mar 16 | Jun 8 | — | Aug 7 |
| Zone 3a | Mar 13 | Jun 5 | — | Aug 4 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 6 | May 29 | — | Jul 28 |
| Zone 4a | Feb 24 | May 19 | — | Jul 18 |
| Zone 4b | Feb 20 | May 15 | — | Jul 14 |
| Zone 5a | Feb 17 | May 12 | — | Jul 11 |
| Zone 5b | Feb 17 | May 12 | — | Jul 11 |
| Zone 6a | Feb 17 | May 12 | — | Jul 11 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 4 | Apr 29 | — | Jun 28 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 4 | Apr 29 | — | Jun 28 |
| Zone 7b | Jan 30 | Apr 24 | — | Jun 23 |
| Zone 8a | Jan 25 | Apr 19 | — | Jun 18 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 11 | Apr 5 | — | Jun 4 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 9 | Apr 3 | — | Jun 2 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 30 | Mar 24 | — | May 23 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 12 | Mar 6 | — | May 5 |
| Zone 10b | Nov 19 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 12 |
| Zone 11a | Nov 19 | Feb 11 | — | Apr 12 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 6 | Jan 29 | — | Mar 30 |
| Zone 12a | Oct 23 | Jan 15 | — | Mar 16 |
| Zone 12b | Oct 23 | Jan 15 | — | Mar 16 |
| Zone 13a | Oct 23 | Jan 15 | — | Mar 16 |
| Zone 13b | Oct 23 | Jan 15 | — | Mar 16 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Lantana?
Lantana takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Lantana need?
Lantana requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Lantana?
Plant Lantana at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Lantana survive frost?
Lantana is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.
How long does Lantana take to germinate?
Lantana seeds germinate in 14-28 days at an optimal temperature of 80°F.
When should I start Lantana seeds indoors?
Start Lantana seeds indoors 10 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant 2 weeks after last frost.
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