Lantana vs Lily of the Valley

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

Lantana

Lantana camara

Verbenaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Lily of the Valley

Convallaria majalis

Asparagaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lantana (Zones 8-11)

Lily of the Valley (Zones 3-8)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lantana	Lily of the Valley
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Convallaria majalis
Family	Verbenaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Moist
Height	4'	8"
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Europe, Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Lantana

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Lily of the Valley

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantNo — Drought Tolerant

Care Tips

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.

Lily of the Valley

✓Plant pips (roots) in fall.
✓Spreads aggressively — contain with barriers or use in areas where spreading is desired.
✓All parts are poisonous.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Lily of the Valley if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 3–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lantana and Lily of the Valley grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Lily of the Valley grows in zones 3-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Lily of the Valley have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Lily of the Valley needs part shade to full shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Lantana or Lily of the Valley?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Lily of the Valley at 8". Lantana spreads 4' while Lily of the Valley spreads 1'.

Are Lantana and Lily of the Valley deer resistant?

Yes, both Lantana and Lily of the Valley are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Lily of the Valley?

Both Lantana and Lily of the Valley 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	Lantana	Lily of the Valley
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Convallaria majalis
Family	Verbenaceae	Asparagaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	⛅ Part Shade to Full Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Moist
Height	4'	8"
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	White
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Europe, Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Care Tips

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.

Lily of the Valley

✓Plant pips (roots) in fall.
✓Spreads aggressively — contain with barriers or use in areas where spreading is desired.
✓All parts are poisonous.

Which Plant Is Right for Your Garden?

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.

Choose Lily of the Valley if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade to full shade with medium water in zones 3–8.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–8. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lantana and Lily of the Valley grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Lily of the Valley grows in zones 3-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Lily of the Valley have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Lily of the Valley needs part shade to full shade and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Lantana or Lily of the Valley?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Lily of the Valley at 8". Lantana spreads 4' while Lily of the Valley spreads 1'.

Are Lantana and Lily of the Valley deer resistant?

Yes, both Lantana and Lily of the Valley are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Lily of the Valley?

Both Lantana and Lily of the Valley have low maintenance requirements. They need a similar level of care including regular attention to watering, pruning, and soil health.