Lantana montevidensis | Lavender Swirl Katie Daisy This grass is a novice

This grass is a novice gardener's dream plant as it is so forgiving

Plants prefer a full sun position but will cope with some shade

airy mulch or straw although this is not actually necessary but can tidy the plants up

As an example pruning before the full moon when the sap is rising results in bleeding wounds but after the full moon is the best time to prune

Text by noted garden author and longtime personal friend Noel Kingsbury places Hummelo in context within gardening history

Lantana montevidensis | Lavender Swirl Katie Daisy This grass is a noviceLantana montevidensis Lavender Swirl has a really pleasing habit of blooming abundantly day in, day out all summer long, provided it gets full sun. With hundreds of white and lavender flowers, it is ideal for pots, planters, and hanging baskets, and makes an exceptionally rewarding bedding plant. The blooms are larger than usual and are especially showy. It is also loved by butterflies and pollinators. Grows to 30 cm tall, and spreads. Can be trained