Pentas lanceolata 'Northern Lights Lavender'

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.

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Beautiful clusters of lavender flowers will bring bee and butterfly activity to the garden.

  • Nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies and bees
  • Long-blooming lavender flowers
  • Lush, dark green foliage

Grows beautifully in beds or borders, and is a great addition to container gardens.

Height: 18-20 in
Spread: 12-15 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Lavender

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:

  • Summer Bloomer
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Mass Planting
  • Garden
  • Blooms all Season
  • Specimen
  • Great Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Low Maintenance

Foliage Color:

  • Green
  • Dark Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Pollinators

Habit:

  • Mounding

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water