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Calippo Tropical
Lantana
Its large flowers blossom in a tangerine orange colour that turn yellow in the centre of the corymb. Sun-loving, ideal for pots and balconies.
Height x spread/Trail: 45 x 45 cm
Features
Climate Zone: Mediterranean, Continental
Season: Summer
Exposure: Full Sun
Good For: Pot, Flower Bed, Border
Blooming: Continuous bloom
30% larger flowers than other Lantanas, transitioning from orange to yellow as they mature.
The ultimate heat-resistant beauty: Calippo Tropical
The Calippo Tropical Lantana thrives where others struggle, delivering continuous summer blooms even in harsh conditions. Perfect for hot, dry climates, it brightens sunny spaces and attracts pollinators effortlessly. This low-maintenance plant withstands extreme heat and drought, making it ideal for Mediterranean and continental gardens. With vibrant flowers and a resilient nature, Calippo Tropical offers gardeners a high-impact, hassle-free option that maintains its shape without deadheading.
Best Skills
Compact
Bushy, mounded growth and compact size – perfect for small spaces
Sturdy
Able to flourish in heat, which is not easy for othe rplants .
Pollinators
Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds just can’t resist it.
Exposure and care
Light: Let Calippo Tropical thrive in full sun – ensure it gets at least six hours of sunlight daily.
Care: This plant requires minimal maintenance.
Use and cultivation
Use: Perfect in pots to brighten up your balcony or as a border plant in your garden.
Cultivation tips: To encourage robust blooming and growth, plant it in a warm, sunny location.
Watering
Water regularly but allow the soil to dry between watering sessions to prevent root rot.
Feeding and soil, parasites
Feeding: A midsummer fertilizer boost revives growth and brings more flowers during the summer heat.
Soil: It prefers average, well-draining, fertile soil.
Parasites: Resistant to most pests, though occasional whitefly infestations may occur. Monitor and treat if necessary.
Flowering
Calippo Tropical begins flowering in May and continues until October.
Ideal in combination with:
