Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) — Bushy

Overview

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) is a bushy shrubs in the genus Lantana, part of the Verbenaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1C. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants and sub-tropical.

About

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) is a bushy cultivar of the Lantana genus, which comprises evergreen shrubs or perennials with textured leaves and rounded clusters of small, funnel-shaped flowers. This semi-evergreen shrub thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position facing south or west. It grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline and requires moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, patios, and containers, it is hardy under UK conditions classified as H1C and flowers in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Lantana

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1C

Plant details

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR)

Propagation: Propagte by seed or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to glasshouse whitefly and glasshouse red spider mite
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR)?

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) need?

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) hardy in the UK?

Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate Lantana Patriot Cherry ('Robpatche'PBR)?

Propagte by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.

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