Almost every perennial plant that I've started from seed was puny and did not bloom the first year. I haven't tried lantana but I'll bet yours blooms like crazy next year.
I remeber planting some evening primrose seed. Woah! They took over the garden like bindweed. Wont't make that mistake again. Your lantana in partial shade?
Here in our neighborhood in Phoenix, almost every yard has at least one variety of lantana. I have only bought "Dallas red," which is spectacular in its second year. The birds are probably responsible for the volunteers I have - the golden yellow is hardy and blooms easily. I have a couple that look like yours and a huge purple one. All grow in full sun. I cut mine back almost to the ground in early spring (frost damage) and they grow back each year, better than ever. Good luck with yours! - Daisy in AZ
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The balance of patience vs knowing when to give up is a battle I struggle with every day. Awesome to see your patience pay off!
I feel that way with iris rhizomes as I know that it will probably take two years to see the results. This flower you posted is a beauty.
Almost every perennial plant that I've started from seed was puny and did not bloom the first year. I haven't tried lantana but I'll bet yours blooms like crazy next year.
I remeber planting some evening primrose seed. Woah! They took over the garden like bindweed. Wont't make that mistake again. Your lantana in partial shade?
Time = patience and patience takes time.
How neat that you have this lantana grown from seed and giving you a bloom.
Have a great week Tom.
FlowerLady
Here in our neighborhood in Phoenix, almost every yard has at least one variety of lantana. I have only bought "Dallas red," which is spectacular in its second year. The birds are probably responsible for the volunteers I have - the golden yellow is hardy and blooms easily. I have a couple that look like yours and a huge purple one. All grow in full sun. I cut mine back almost to the ground in early spring (frost damage) and they grow back each year, better than ever. Good luck with yours!
- Daisy in AZ
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