Botanical Name: Lantana camara ‘Bandana® Cherry’ Common Name: Lantana Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11); Grown as an Annual Elsewhere Size: 12–18" Tall × 18–24" Spread Growth Habit: Compact, Mounding, Well-Branched Habit Sunlight: Full Sun (Best Flowering and Color) Soil: Well-Drained Soil; Tolerates Poor or Sandy Soils Water Needs: Low; Drought Tolerant Once Established Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost Fertilizer: Minimal; Avoid Excess Nitrogen Features: Rich Cherry-Red Flower Clusters, Compact Habit, Exceptional Heat Tolerance, Pollinator Friendly Uses: Containers, Borders, Mass Plantings, Pollinator Gardens, Low-Maintenance Landscapes

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More About Lantana ‘Bandana® Cherry’

Lantana ‘Bandana® Cherry’ is prized for its bold, saturated cherry-red flower clusters that deliver strong, consistent color all season long. Unlike multicolor lantanas, this selection offers a cleaner, more uniform look that reads clearly from a distance and pairs easily with other sun-loving plants.

As part of the Bandana® series, this variety was bred for compact growth, strong branching, and improved garden control. It provides nonstop bloom and excellent performance without becoming overly large or leggy.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Bandana® Cherry’ has been extremely dependable in full sun and summer heat. It flowers continuously through drought, maintains a neat, mounded habit, and requires very little maintenance once established.

We especially appreciate its versatility. The solid red color works beautifully in patriotic plantings, bold summer containers, and pollinator gardens where butterflies and bees are frequent visitors.

Lantana ‘Bandana® Cherry’ vs. Other Lantana

Compared to multicolor selections like ‘Bandana® Cherry Sunrise,’ this variety offers a more uniform, saturated color, making it ideal for clean, intentional designs.

When compared to trailing lantana types, ‘Bandana® Cherry’ provides a more controlled, upright form that’s easier to manage in containers and borders. For gardeners seeking a compact, heat-proof lantana with nonstop red blooms, Lantana ‘Bandana® Cherry’ is a standout choice.