Dark Purple Upright Lantana | Lantana camara ‘Dark Purple’ | Upright Lantana ‘Dark Purple’ | Lantana ‘Dark Purple’

Dark Purple Upright Lantana is a compact, heat‑loving perennial (grown as an annual in cooler climates) prized for its vibrant clusters of rich, deep violet-purple blooms. This vigorous selection is known for its sturdy, upright habit, exceptional drought tolerance, and nonstop flowering from late spring until frost. Its nectar‑rich blossoms draw butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it a standout choice for pollinator gardens, mixed containers, borders, and sunny landscape beds. With its robust, mounded form and reliable performance in hot, dry conditions, Dark Purple offers bold, striking color with minimal maintenance.

Growing Dark Purple Upright Lantana

Light: Full sun; thrives in heat and produces the most abundant blooms with strong sunlight.

Soil: Well‑drained soil of any texture; tolerates sandy or poor soils as long as drainage is excellent.

Water: Low to moderate; water regularly until established, then allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Maintenance: Deadheading is optional—plants bloom continuously without it. Light trimming or pruning in early summer can maintain a tight, compact shape and encourage branching.

Wildlife: Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds; deer‑resistant due to aromatic foliage.

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 9–11; grown as an annual in cooler regions.  

Shipping Info

Dark Purple Upright Lantana plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.