Lantana vs Peony

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

Lantana

Lantana camara

Verbenaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantDrought TolerantLow Maintenance

Peony

Paeonia lactiflora

Paeoniaceae · flowers

Deer ResistantLow Maintenance

Hardiness Zone Range

Lantana (Zones 8-11)

Peony (Zones 3-8)

Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–8

Detailed Comparison

Feature	Lantana	Peony
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Paeonia lactiflora
Family	Verbenaceae	Paeoniaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	4'	3'
Spread	4'	3'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	Pink, White, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Slow
Native Region	Tropical Americas	East Asia
Maintenance	Low	Low

Special Traits

Lantana

No — EdibleYes — Deer ResistantYes — Drought Tolerant

Peony

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.

Peony

✓Plant eyes (buds) no deeper than 2 inches below soil surface.
✓Provide support for heavy blooms.
✓Don't move established plants — they resent transplanting.

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 Peony if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part 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 Peony grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Peony grows in zones 3-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Peony have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Peony 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 Peony?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Peony at 3'. Lantana spreads 4' while Peony spreads 3'.

Are Lantana and Peony deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Peony?

Both Lantana and Peony 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	Peony
Scientific Name	Lantana camara	Paeonia lactiflora
Family	Verbenaceae	Paeoniaceae
Category	flowers	flowers
Sun	☀️ Full Sun	☀️ Full Sun to Part Shade
Water	💧 Low	💧💧 Medium
Soil	Well-drained	Rich, Well-drained
Height	4'	3'
Spread	4'	3'
Bloom Season	Spring-Fall	Late Spring
Bloom Color	Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red	Pink, White, Red
Growth Rate	Fast	Slow
Native Region	Tropical Americas	East 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.

Peony

✓Plant eyes (buds) no deeper than 2 inches below soil surface.
✓Provide support for heavy blooms.
✓Don't move established plants — they resent transplanting.

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 Peony if you want a low-maintenance plant, and want deer resistance. It thrives in full sun to part 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 Peony grow in the same hardiness zone?

Lantana grows in USDA zones 8-11, while Peony grows in zones 3-8. Both plants can grow together in zones 8 through 8.

Do Lantana and Peony have the same sun and water needs?

Lantana needs full sun and low water, while Peony 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 Peony?

Lantana grows taller at 4' compared to Peony at 3'. Lantana spreads 4' while Peony spreads 3'.

Are Lantana and Peony deer resistant?

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

Which is easier to maintain, Lantana or Peony?

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