Black-Eyed Susan vs Lantana

Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?

Black-Eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta

Asteraceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Lantana

Lantana camara

Verbenaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Black-Eyed Susan (Zones 3-9)

Lantana (Zones 8-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–9

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Black-Eyed Susan	Lantana
Scientific Name	Rudbeckia hirta	Lantana camara
Family	Asteraceae	Verbenaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	3'	4'
Spread	1' 6"	4'
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Yellow	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Eastern North America	Tropical Americas
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Black-Eyed Susan

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Lantana

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

Black-Eyed Susan

✓Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
✓Divide clumps every 3-4 years.
✓Tolerates poor soil and drought once established.

Lantana

✓Thrives in heat and poor soil.
✓Deadhead to encourage more blooms.
✓Prune hard in spring in warm climates.
✓Can be invasive in tropical areas.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Black-Eyed Susan if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–9.

Choose Lantana if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 8–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana grow in the same hardiness zone?

Black-Eyed Susan grows in USDA zones 3-9, while Lantana grows in zones 8-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 9.

Do Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana have the same sun and water needs?

Black-Eyed Susan needs full sun and medium water, while Lantana needs full sun and low water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Black-Eyed Susan or Lantana?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Black-Eyed Susan at 3'. Lantana spreads 4' while Black-Eyed Susan spreads 1' 6".

Are Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana deer resistant?

Yes, both Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Black-Eyed Susan or Lantana?

Both Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.

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Detailed Comparison

Feature	Black-Eyed Susan	Lantana
Scientific Name	Rudbeckia hirta	Lantana camara
Family	Asteraceae	Verbenaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧💧 Medium	💧 Low
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	3'	4'
Spread	1' 6"	4'
Bloom Season	Summer-Fall	Spring-Fall
Bloom Color	Yellow	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Eastern North America	Tropical Americas
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

Black-Eyed Susan

✓Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
✓Divide clumps every 3-4 years.
✓Tolerates poor soil and drought once established.

Lantana

✓Thrives in heat and poor soil.
✓Deadhead to encourage more blooms.
✓Prune hard in spring in warm climates.
✓Can be invasive in tropical areas.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

Choose Black-Eyed Susan if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 3–9.

Choose Lantana if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with low water in zones 8–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–9. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana grow in the same hardiness zone?

Black-Eyed Susan grows in USDA zones 3-9, while Lantana grows in zones 8-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 9.

Do Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana have the same sun and water needs?

Black-Eyed Susan needs full sun and medium water, while Lantana needs full sun and low water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Black-Eyed Susan or Lantana?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Black-Eyed Susan at 3'. Lantana spreads 4' while Black-Eyed Susan spreads 1' 6".

Are Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana deer resistant?

Yes, both Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Black-Eyed Susan or Lantana?

Both Black-Eyed Susan and Lantana have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.