Gem™ Compact Pink Opal Lantana camara

Gem™ Compact Pink Opal is a compact, well-branched lantana with pink-toned flowers and a bright late-spring and summer display. Danziger lists an 8–10 inch height and 10–12 inch width, with flowering described as early and bloom cycling tested in trials. ## Flowers and placement The [Danziger plant page](https://www.danzigeronline.com/catalog/annuals/gem-compact-pink-opal/) identifies Pink Opal as heat tolerant and pollinator friendly. Its compact shape works in patio pots, hanging baskets, ground cover, and landscape plantings. The breeder notes that the color holds well in hot weather. ## Maintenance Grow lantana in a sunny spot and use a mix or garden soil that drains freely. Water during establishment, then water when the soil begins to dry. In regions with frost, grow it as a warm-season annual or protect containers before cold weather. Remove untidy stems to maintain a neat shape.