Lantana 'New Gold'
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Baker County Extension Alicia R. Lamborn Environmental Horticulture Agent 1025 West Macclenny Avenue Macclenny, FL 32063 904‐259‐3520 email: [email protected] http://baker.ifas.ufl.edu Lantana ‘New Gold’ Lantana x ‘New Gold’ Plant Description: Common lantana is a highly invasive species in Florida. However, there are mild mannered, non‐invasive (sterile) selections available for the Florida‐Friendly garden. ‘New Gold’ is one of these cultivars, having waves of brilliant golden flower clusters from spring through fall that attract butterflies and other pollinators. This drought tolerant, low maintenance perennial can make a great addition to the landscape, without the worry of it spreading to places where it isn’t welcome. Mature Size: 2 feet tall, 4 feet wide Growth Rate: Moderate Plant Habit: Mounding/Spreading Ornamental Characteristics & Uses: Foliage Color: Green Flower Color: Yellow Bloom Time: Spring ‐ Fall Attracts Wildlife: Butterflies Uses: Landscape groundcover, mass planting, or large container garden Growing Requirements: Cold Hardiness Zone(s): 8 – 11 Exposure: Full Sun Water Needs: Low Soil Tolerances: Drought tolerant; prefers well‐ drained to medium‐drained soils Soil pH: Acidic to Alkaline Maintenance: Easy/Low General Care & Growing Tips: Lantana enjoys full sun, and once established needs only occasional watering. It should also be noted that all varieties of lantana are poisonous (berries are poisonous to humans and leaves are highly toxic to animals), and handling of plants may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some people. For these reasons, gardeners should give careful consideration before planting lantana in the landscape. Common Pests: Watch for whiteflies. A leaf spot fungal disease may appear in times of wet weather or excessive overhead irrigation. References: University of Florida. (n.d.) Lantana. Gardening in a Minute. http://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu Harrison, Marie. (2004). Choose the right lantana for your landscape. University of Florida. http://leon.ifas.ufl.edu/News_Columns/2004/081504.pdf Photo Credit: Alicia Lamborn The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non‐discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A. & M. University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating. 2013 .