Lantana urticoides (Texas Lantana) nativar well-drained soils

well-drained soils

Its fuzzy blue flowers seem irresistible to Queen butterflies and many others

It has blueish foliage and a flower stalk that shoots 4-6 feet into the sky

Texas native Yes Water use High Sun exposure Full sun Bloom time Fall Mature height 2-3 ft

3-5 ft with plumes Mature spread 3-5 ft Attracts Birds Deer resistant Yes Notes Provides nesting material for birds

Lantana urticoides (Texas Lantana) nativar well-drained soilsTexas Lantana is a shrubby perennial with small multi colored flowers that are the favorite of many butterfly species. It is tough and adaptable, thriving in full sun, dealing well with hot and dry conditions, and dying back to the ground in winter. Give it sun, good drainage, and it'll handle the rest. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun, part sun Bloom color Orange, yellow, red Bloom time Spring, summer, fall Mature