- **Type**: Evergreen shrub (in warm climates) or herbaceous perennial (in cooler zones)

- **Height**: 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 cm)

- **Width**: 3 to 6 feet (90 to 180 cm), can spread wider over time

- **Growth Habit**: Low, trailing, or sprawling; excellent as a groundcover

- **Foliage**:

- Dark green, oval to lance-shaped leaves, 1 to 2 inches long (2.5 to 5 cm)

- Rough texture, slightly serrated edges

- Evergreen in frost-free areas; may die back in winter in colder zones

- **Flowers**:

- Clusters of small, tubular blooms, vibrant lavender-purple

- Each flowerhead 1 to 1.5 inches across (2.5 to 4 cm)

- Bloom season: Late spring to frost (May to October/November), nearly year-round in mild climates

- Mildly fragrant, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

- **Fruit**:

- Small, round, green berries turning dark purple to black, about 0.25 inches (6 mm)

- Toxic to humans and pets if ingested

- **Light**: Full sun (6+ hours daily) for best blooming; tolerates partial shade

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained; adapts to sandy, loamy, or poor soils

- Neutral to slightly acidic (pH 6.0 to 7.5)

- **Watering**: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established, water sparingly

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 8 to 11 (down to 10°F or -12°C; may regrow from roots in colder zones)

- **Wildlife**: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds; not reliably deer-resistant

- **Care**:

- Prune in late winter or early spring to control spread or rejuvenate

- Fertilize lightly with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring

- Deadheading not necessary but can prolong flowering

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract whiteflies, spider mites, or aphids

- Susceptible to root rot in wet soil; powdery mildew possible in humidity

- **Uses**: Groundcover, hanging baskets, containers, slopes, or cascading over walls

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate to fast (12 to 18 inches of spread per year)

Purple Trailing Lantana’s cascading purple blooms and spreading habit make it a stunning choice for adding color and coverage to sunny areas. Let me know if you’d like more info or care advice!