Grows beautifully in beds or borders, and is a great addition to container gardens.
Pentas lanceolata 'Kaleidoscope Pink'
Egyptian Star Flower
Tips for Homeowners:
It is best if allowed to dry down in between waterings, but not to the point of stress. Regular fertilizer applications needed for optimum performance, feed every 2-4 weeks with a high nitrogen fertilizer.
Rate this Plant:
Beautiful clusters of clear pink flowers will bring bee and butterfly activity to the garden.
- Nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies and bees
- Long-blooming pink flowers
- Lush, dark green foliage
Height: 14-18 in
Spread: 12-15 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Pink
Interesting Notes about Egyptian Star Flower:
Pentas is grown as an annual and is increasing in popularity due its nectar-rich flowers that attract both butterflies and bees. They also thrive in the heat! Flowers last all season and are a great contrast to the dark green foliage. Pentas prefers a well-drained soil in full sun, and will grow well in partial sun, but flowers do not last as long.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Garden
- Fast Growing
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Heat Tolerant
- Great Foliage
- Container
- Blooms all Season
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
Habit:
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water