Annuals

Lantana camara

Bandana® Rose lantana

Photo: Penn State University.

Rose pink flower clusters brighten this compact, mounding lantana. Textured green foliage provides a backdrop for the changing blooms. A useful choice for sunny pots or summer borders, especially where heat makes less tolerant annuals struggle.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: 14–16 in. tall × 14–16 in. wide
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Bloom: Rose pink; late spring–fall
Life cycle: Frost-tender annual locally

Sizes & prices

3.5"$5.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Generally resistant; not browse-proof.
Drought: Good tolerance once established; water containers as needed.
Wet soil: Avoid waterlogged sites.
Heat: Good tolerance.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Evidence: Species-level guidance; cultivar habitat value varies.

Keep in mind: Harmful if eaten, including berries; keep away from children and pets. Sap may irritate skin.

Seasonal interest

Garden uses: Sunny borders, containers and butterfly gardens.
Habit: Mounding.

Growing & care

Planting: Set out after frost in a warm, sunny position.
Soil: Well-drained soil; use containers where heavy clay stays wet.
Pruning: Trim lightly to shape and encourage branching.
Deadheading: Remove spent flower heads if needed to encourage fresh bloom.
Winter: Not reliably winter-hardy in the Cincinnati tristate.

Sources & photo credits

Syngenta Flowers

NC State Extension

Photo: Penn State University · Free use with credit and link

Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.