White Flower Farm
Lantana montevidensis Lavender Swirl
Best low-maintenance bloomer for busy gardeners seeking butterfly-friendly summer color.
Experience continuous summer blooms with Lantana montevidensis 'Lavender Swirl'. This plant thrives on neglect and dry heat, making it perfect for containers, hanging baskets, and bedding. Its larger, showy white and lavender flower clusters are a magnet for butterflies. Generally pest and disease-free, it's a low-maintenance choice for gardeners. In colder climates, it's best enjoyed as an annual. Regular pruning will encourage denser growth and even more vibrant flowering throughout the season.
$24.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
61
/ 2656
#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
SKU
75576
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a sophisticated and unique floral color palette
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance plants for hot, dry climates
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local butterfly and hummingbird populations
Who should skip it
- Indoor gardeners wanting to avoid common houseplant pest infestations
- Parents and pet owners prioritizing safety in their garden spaces
- Container gardeners who prefer low-maintenance, slow-growing plant varieties
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in dry heat with minimal supplemental watering required.
Pollinator Appeal
Showy flower clusters act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Maintenance Ease
Resilient nature makes this a nearly effortless choice for busy gardeners.
Bloom Longevity
Delivers a consistent, vibrant floral display throughout the entire summer season.
Pest Resistance
Naturally robust health keeps common garden diseases and pests at bay.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to hanging baskets, containers, or traditional garden bedding.
Key Specs
SKU
S75576
Ships as
1 PINT
Mature Height
8-12 inches
Spacing
12-18 inches
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Soil
Average, dry, well-drained
USDA Hardiness Zone
6.5
Growth Rate
Medium
Features
- Blooms abundantly all summer long
- Thrives on neglect and dry heat
- Attracts butterflies
- Deer resistant
- Larger, showy white and lavender flowers
- Generally pest and disease-free
- Ideal for containers and hanging baskets
- Drought tolerant
What customers say
The Lantana 'Lavender Swirl' consistently impresses with its superior quality and stunning aesthetic design. Customers report plants arrive healthy and robust, immediately ready for planting. The abundant lavender and white blooms provide a season long display that gardeners adore. This plant's vigorous growth and reliable color performance offer excellent value, making it a beloved garden favorite despite its initial cost. Its beauty and consistent performance are key highlights.
Know before you buy
Lantana montevidensis is hardy to USDA Zone 6.5. If you live in a climate colder than this, it is best treated as an annual and replanted each spring.
This variety requires full sun to produce its best display of flowers. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.
Yes, Lantana is generally avoided by deer due to its texture and scent. While no plant is completely deer-proof, it is a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
Once established, this plant is quite drought-tolerant and prefers average, well-drained soil. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, as it thrives in dry heat and dislikes being waterlogged.
While it blooms continuously on its own, regular pruning or light trimming will encourage denser growth and a more prolific flush of new flowers throughout the season.
Absolutely. Its trailing habit makes it an excellent candidate for hanging baskets and containers, where it will spill over the edges beautifully while attracting butterflies.
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