Lantana is a beautiful flowering shrub that is widely cultivated in gardens and containers around the world. Known for its bright, fragrant inflorescences that change color as they bloom. Lantana is easy to care for and adapts well to various climatic conditions.

1. Choosing a landing site
Lantana prefers sunny places, well protected from the wind. In the shade the plant will bloom less profusely. The soil must be fertile, well-drained and neutral or slightly acidic.

2. Landing
Lantana can be planted as seeds or seedlings. Sowing of seeds is carried out in the spring in open ground or in a greenhouse. Seedlings are planted in open ground in spring or autumn, after the end of frost. The distance between plants should be 50-60 cm.

3. Caring for Lantana
Watering: Lantana needs regular watering, especially in hot weather. You need to water the plant abundantly, but do not allow water to stagnate. In winter, watering is reduced.
Feeding: Lantana is fed with mineral fertilizers every 2-3 weeks during the growing season. In winter, fertilizing is not carried out.
Pruning: Lantana is pruned in the spring before growth begins to form a compact crown and encourage flowering. You can also prune throughout the season to maintain the shape of the plant.
Diseases and Pests: Lantana is relatively resistant to diseases and pests. However, in some cases, the plant may be attacked by spider mites, aphids or whiteflies. Insecticides are used to control pests.

4. Reproduction
Lantana is propagated by seeds, cuttings or layering. Seed propagation is carried out in the spring, cuttings are carried out throughout the growing season, and layering can be done in spring or autumn.

Lantana is used to create landscape compositions, landscaping parks, gardens and balconies. The plant is also well suited for growing in containers.