Lantana vs Oriental Lily

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

Lantana

Lantana camara

Verbenaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Oriental Lily

Lilium orientalis

Liliaceae · bulbs

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lantana (Zones 8-11)

Oriental Lily (Zones 4-8)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lantana	Oriental Lily
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Lilium orientalis
Family	Verbenaceae	Liliaceae
Category	flowers	bulbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Acidic, Well-drained
Height	4'	4'
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	White, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Japan
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Lantana

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Oriental Lily

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.

Oriental Lily

✓Plant 8 inches deep.
✓Need acidic soil — add sulfur if needed.
✓Excellent cut flowers.
✓Protect from lily leaf beetle.
✓Toxic to cats.

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 Oriental Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

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 Oriental Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Oriental Lily grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Oriental Lily have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Lantana or Oriental Lily?

Both Lantana and Oriental Lily reach approximately 4' in height, with spreads of 4' and 1' respectively.

Are Lantana and Oriental Lily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Oriental Lily?

Both Lantana and Oriental Lily 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	Oriental Lily
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Lilium orientalis
Family	Verbenaceae	Liliaceae
Category	flowers	bulbs
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Acidic, Well-drained
Height	4'	4'
Spread	4'	1'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Summer
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	White, Pink, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Medium
Native Region	Tropical Americas	Japan
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.

Oriental Lily

✓Plant 8 inches deep.
✓Need acidic soil — add sulfur if needed.
✓Excellent cut flowers.
✓Protect from lily leaf beetle.
✓Toxic to cats.

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 Oriental Lily if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part shade with medium water in zones 4–8.

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 Oriental Lily grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Oriental Lily grows in zones 4-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Oriental Lily have the same sun and water needs?

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

Which grows taller, Lantana or Oriental Lily?

Both Lantana and Oriental Lily reach approximately 4' in height, with spreads of 4' and 1' respectively.

Are Lantana and Oriental Lily deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Oriental Lily?

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