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lonewolfs3 on
April 6, 2018
Las Vegas,NVQ.lantana plant
april 5,2018. we have had 6 lantana plants planted last year. do these need to be trimed all the way back.they are a very nice flowering plant, the co did not give us details on how to care for them , and reading online here nothing was said other then deadheading the blooms. they have not started to bloom yet. can you help? thankyou. Ellen Servetz Las Vegas, NV.
Answered by
BushDoctor on
April 6, 2018
Certified ExpertA.They don't need to be trimmed back completely. Usually just one third, but you can go lower. This article will explain this in more detail: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/lantana/lantana-pruning.htm
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Anonymous on
April 7, 2018Q.Lantana eating bugs
My lantana bushes are beginning to develop leaves. Already, the baby leaves are being munched by bugs., probably a forms. How can I fight these "lace bugs?" from ruining my renewing bushes?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 8, 2018A.Neem Oil is a good organic treatment. It is safe for people, pets and bees!
Here are more links to help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/lantana/lantana-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/what-are-lace-bugs.htm
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Anonymous on
April 15, 2018Q.lantana
When planting lantana, what is spacing requirement?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 16, 2018A.It depends on the variety, so it's best to look up specific variety information. Small lantana plants can be spaced about 24-36 inches apart, but there are also those that grow as larger shrubs and can be spaced about 4-5 feet apart. It also depends how you want them to look- space farther apart for separate plants, or closer together if you want them to grow together as a ground cover or large mound.
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nanadavis4645 on
May 14, 2018
Beaumont, Texas 77707Q.Lantana
Have a hanging pot of Lantana and it has black bean looking things growing out of the bottom drain holes. Was just repotted 2mo ago. Help
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 15, 2018A.It sounds like the roots are extending out of the pot.
Lantana roots are knotted looking and have larger and smaller areas, it could appear bean like.
If it's just a few roots, you can root prune the plant; but if it is very root bound you may want to repot to 1 size larger pot-again!
Use a good quality potting soil.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/lantana/potted-lantana-plants.htm
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Anonymous on
May 22, 2018Q.Latana
Planted the Latana in a container and a couple of hours later it was very droopy so i gave it some water and it never perked up, I have never encountered this problem before, I grow them every year with no problem.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 23, 2018A.It sounds like the plant didn't take up water from it's roots.
Make sure the pot was adequately sized for the plant. Too large of a container can lead to overwatering.Make sure the soil was a light commercial soil that is well draining.
Make sure the container has a drainage hole.
This article has more care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/lantana/lantana-plants.htm
Sometimes you just can't explain the loss of a plant.
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ddmarre55 on
May 24, 2018
85282Q.Pruning
I have Lantana and Cape Honeysuckle and Esperanza growing in my garden of 5by 6 ft and it is growing so fast and covering everything. My water bath bed for the birds is almost enclosed in. I also have asparagus fern that is growing out of control... how to manage. I was feeding them Miracle grow but had to STOP
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 25, 2018
Certified ExpertA.It would appear that all of these will do well with occasional pruning. You can cut them to your preferred height without much damage. This will be your only way to control this container.
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Midge tte on
May 29, 2018
Littleton, NC 27850Q.Lantanas
This is the 4th year for our lantanas....It is almost June and we do not see any leaves.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
May 30, 2018
Certified ExpertA.What is your USDA zone? Sometimes, if you are on the edge of where they can survive, a cool winter can kill them off. This has been a primary focus for me this year, as it has been a cool winter. Many have lost plants, as they were right on the edge of where they can survive.
Unfortunately, this happens from time to time, and the only option will be to replant.
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