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Lantana care requirements
water
Drought-tolerant once established; water moderately during growth; reduce in winter
soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or alkaline soils
light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily); blooms prolifically in bright light
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Lantana
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
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Common causes in Lantana
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Lantana
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Lantana
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.