Purple Potion Trailing Lantana
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking drought-tolerant, year-round color.
The Purple Potion Trailing Lantana from Monrovia offers a vibrant display of violet-purple flowers that bloom nearly year-round, especially in warmer climates. This versatile plant cascades beautifully, making it ideal for hanging baskets, raised beds, or as effective bank cover. It thrives in hot, sunny locations and is an evergreen in frost-free areas. Requiring average, well-drained soil, it becomes waterwise once established, making it a sustainable choice for borders, containers, and mass plantings. Its low maintenance and deer resistance add to its appeal for any garden.
$16.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2609
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Mature Height
12
/ inches
Who it's for
- Nature lovers looking to attract butterflies and hummingbirds
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting color all season
- Busy homeowners wanting heat-tolerant, low-maintenance landscaping
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate gardeners wanting permanent, year-round perennials
- Owners of shady yards with limited direct sunlight
- Families with curious pets or small children
Performance breakdown
Bloom consistency
Provides a near year-round violet display in warmer climates.
Drought tolerance
Becomes highly waterwise and resilient once the root system establishes.
Maintenance effort
Requires minimal intervention to keep its cascading form looking sharp.
Pest resistance
Naturally deters deer, saving you from constant garden protection measures.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to hanging baskets, containers, or sprawling ground cover.
Pollinator appeal
Vibrant blooms act as a reliable magnet for local pollinators.
Key Specs
Mature Height
12 inches
Mature Width
60 inches
Light Needs
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Hardiness Zone
9
Bloom Time
Spring through summer
Water Needs
Dry to Average
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Features
- Nearly year-round flowering display
- Cascading habit for containers
- Waterwise and drought tolerant
- Deer resistant
- Evergreen in mild climates
- Low maintenance
- Attracts pollinators
- Ideal for hot, sunny sites
What customers say
The Purple Potion Lantana is consistently praised for its exceptional quality and robust health from the start. This plant is highly reliable, providing a continuous display of deep purple flowers even in challenging hot, dry weather. Gardeners love how easily this trailing variety establishes itself, requiring minimal care. Its vigorous growth and vibrant color offer significant visual impact, making it a dependable choice for low maintenance beauty in baskets or as ground cover. This plant truly delivers on its promise of effortless, stunning garden appeal.
Know before you buy
The Purple Potion Trailing Lantana is hardy to Zone 9. If you live in a region with frost or freezing temperatures, it will likely act as an annual rather than an evergreen perennial.
This lantana has a vigorous, trailing habit and can reach a mature width of 60 inches. Be sure to provide enough room in your landscape or a large enough container to accommodate its wide, cascading growth.
It is evergreen only in frost-free, mild climates. In areas that experience winter chill, the foliage will die back once temperatures drop.
Yes, once established, it is quite drought-tolerant and requires minimal intervention. It thrives in hot, sunny spots and generally only needs well-drained soil to perform well.
Absolutely. Its vibrant, nectar-rich flowers are excellent for attracting pollinators, making it a great choice for eco-friendly garden borders or containers.
Yes, its cascading habit makes it an ideal candidate for hanging baskets. Just ensure the container has adequate drainage and is placed in a location that receives full sun.
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