Lantana vs Morning Glory

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

Lantana

Lantana camara

Verbenaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Morning Glory

Ipomoea tricolor

Convolvulaceae · vines

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lantana (Zones 8-11)

Morning Glory (Zones 2-11)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–11

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lantana	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Verbenaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	flowers	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	4'	10'
Spread	4'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Central America
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Lantana

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Morning Glory

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — 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.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

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 Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lantana and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 11.

Do Lantana and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Lantana or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Lantana at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Lantana spreads 4'.

Are Lantana and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Yes, both Lantana and Morning Glory are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Morning Glory?

Both Lantana and Morning Glory 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	Morning Glory
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Ipomoea tricolor
Family	Verbenaceae	Convolvulaceae
Category	flowers	vines
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Well-drained
Height	4'	10'
Spread	4'	2'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Summer-Fall
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	Blue, Purple, Pink, White
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Central America
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.

Morning Glory

✓Nick or soak seeds overnight for faster germination.
✓Provide sturdy support.
✓Self-seeds prolifically — can become invasive.
✓Full sun is essential for abundant blooms.

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 Morning Glory if you want a low-maintenance plant, need drought tolerance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 2–11.

Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–11. They share similar sun requirements (full sun), making them potential garden companions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lantana and Morning Glory grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Morning Glory grows in zones 2-11. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 11.

Do Lantana and Morning Glory have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Morning Glory needs full sun and medium water. Their differing requirements mean you may need separate garden areas for each.

Which grows taller, Lantana or Morning Glory?

Morning Glory grows taller at 10' compared to Lantana at 4'. Morning Glory spreads 2' while Lantana spreads 4'.

Are Lantana and Morning Glory deer resistant?

Yes, both Lantana and Morning Glory are considered deer resistant, making them excellent choices for gardens in areas with deer pressure.

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Morning Glory?

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