What Is Lantana?
The lantana plant is in the family Verbenacea, which includes over 150 species of shrubs and perennials that feature hairy leaves and prickly stems. The lantana grows wild in many parts of Florida and is native to tropical America. Since the lantana is a tropical plant, it grows best in zone 8 and above and should be protected from the cold winter months. This plant requires full sun and is known to be a heavy feeder. The lantana can be pruned to any desired style, as well as dwarfed by stripping the leaves off and removing unwanted leaves or stems that grow too large. How To Prune Pruning should be done with sharp pruning shears. Dull shears can cause your plant to become split when trying to prune. When the pruning process is finished, wipe your sheers down with warm water and allow to air dry. Sharpen your shears every few months or when they become dull. To prune your Teenie Geenie lantana, trim the tips by cutting 1 to 3 inches from the end of each section. This will rejuvenate th
