Botanical Name: Lantana montevidensis ‘Trailing White’ Common Name: Trailing Lantana Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Warm Regions (USDA Zones 9–11); Grown as an Annual Elsewhere Size: 8–12" Tall × 24–36"+ Spread Growth Habit: Low, Trailing to Spreading 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: Clean White Flower Clusters, Vigorous Trailing Habit, Exceptional Heat & Drought Tolerance, Pollinator Friendly Uses: Hanging Baskets, Ground Cover, Slopes, Large Containers, Mass Plantings

Patent: ❌ Not Patented Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

More About Lantana ‘Trailing White’

Lantana ‘Trailing White’ delivers crisp white flower clusters that provide a bright, cooling contrast in sunny plantings. The blooms appear continuously from late spring through frost, creating a flowing carpet of white that holds up exceptionally well in heat and drought.

This variety spreads outward rather than upward, making it ideal for cascading applications where coverage and flow are more important than height.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Trailing White’ has been extremely reliable in full sun and hot conditions with minimal irrigation once established. It fills space quickly, blooms nonstop, and performs exceptionally well in hanging baskets, slopes, and large landscape beds.

We especially appreciate its versatility. The clean white color pairs easily with bold colors, pastels, and ornamental grasses while still attracting butterflies and bees throughout the season.

Lantana ‘Trailing White’ vs. Other Lantana

Compared to compact series like Bandana® or Lucky™, ‘Trailing White’ offers far greater spread and cascading performance, making it unsuitable for small containers but excellent for ground cover and large planters.

When compared to other trailing selections like ‘Trailing Lavender’ or ‘New Gold,’ this variety provides a neutral, high-contrast option that brightens mixed plantings. For gardeners seeking a heat-proof, fast-spreading lantana with clean white blooms, Lantana ‘Trailing White’ is an excellent choice.