The National Garden Bureau, the non-profit information and marketing arm of the gardening industry, has chosen lantana for one of this year's "Year of" honors .  For wonderful color in the garden all summer long, lantana is a great choice. From pink to purple, orange to red, pale to deep yellow, the array and combinations of colors against the dark green foliage are spectacular. Bees and butterflies love its! Hummingbirds do too! Lantana is a must-have for any pollinator garden. And lantana is DEER RESISTANT!! so important in our area NW Wisconsin. Lantana loves full sun and well drained soil and is largely disease resistant when given enough air circulation and allowed to dry out. These lovely plants can withstand high temperatures and drought conditions. A little deadheading will keep lantana looking great all summer long. Popular since the 18th Century, there are over 150 species of this verbena family plant. Plant Lantana camara where a compact plant is desired or trailing varieties in planters, pots, hanging baskets or in the garden. For information on featured varieties such as Bandana® , Bandolero , or Luscious® check out The National Garden Bureau Year of the Lantana page! photos: The National Garden Bureau article: Pam Davies NVMCV 
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