Plant Care Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

Taxonomy

Lantana camara 'Lucky Pot of Gold'
Lantana
Verbenaceae
Lamiales

How to care for Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

💦 Water

How often to water your Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

Water needs for Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'
0.5 cups
every 9

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold': 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold' can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold', since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'

Lantana 'Lucky Pot of Gold'


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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