Lantana - Patriot Sunbeam

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Lantana - Patriot Sunbeam

The Lantana Patriot Sunbeam, 'Lantana "Patriot" Sunbeam, is an annual shrub like plant that will produce beautiful bright yellow flowers. Lantana is an excellent choice for beds or containers. The Sunbeam Lantana has attractive foliage and the foliage is topped with vividly colored flowers. The brightly colored flowers of Lantana are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant Lantanas in full sun and well drained soil in either beds or containers. Lantana prefers moist soil, but is drought tolerant. Pinch off spent flowers to promote new flower growth. All Lantana's contain a toxin that if ingested may cause stomach discomfort. Some contact with foliage may irritate sensitive skin. The Lantana is also commonly called a Shrub Verbena. All Lantana's are tough, resilient plants that thrive in hot weather and bloom profusely from spring until frost. ... more

 

Daisy - Vanilla Butterfly The Daisy Vanilla Butterfly' is a heat-tolerant marguerite daisy with oomph. Daisy's require a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil and should be kept well watered in the summer. The daisy is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds, plus they are resistant to deer. These Daisys are winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11 and they are grown as an annual in other cooler climatic zones. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. The deeply cut, dark green leaves are aromatic when bruised. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial.

Lantana - Patriot Sunbeam