Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') — Matforming

Overview

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') is a matforming shrubs in the genus Lantana, part of the Verbenaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, mediterranean climate plants, low maintenance, banks and slopes and ground cover.

About

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') is a matforming evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Lantana, known for its rounded clusters of small, funnel-shaped flowers and textured leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun and suits south-facing, exposed or sheltered locations. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils across a range of types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H1b, it is ideal for city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal settings, and Mediterranean climates, serving well as low-maintenance ground cover or on banks and slopes during spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Lantana

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing
Exposure: Exposed or Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1b

Plant details

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs
Habit: Matforming
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Ground cover

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov')

Propagation: Seed sown at 16-18ºC (61-64ºF) in spring,Root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer
Pest resistance: May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, glasshouse whitefly and powdery mildews when grown under glass
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov')?

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') prefers full sun. It suits exposed or sheltered positions.

What soil does Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') need?

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') hardy in the UK?

Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov') has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.

How do I propagate Lantana Patriot Dove Wings ('Robpatdov')?

Seed sown at 16-18ºC (61-64ºF) in spring,Root semi-ripe cuttings with bottom heat in summer.

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