Pentas (Pink) - Pentas lanceolata

About Pentas (Pink)

Pentas (Pentas lanceolata), from the Rubiaceae family and also called Egyptian starcluster, is a warm-region tropical bloomer named for the five-pointed petals of its flowers. It's one of the best butterfly- and hummingbird-attracting plants for a garden, blooming through the hottest months.

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: More than 4 hours of direct sunlight; semi-shade to full sun with moderate humidity works well.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic content.
• Water: Water when the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry; regular irrigation matters, as the plant drops lower leaves and looks leggy if kept too dry.

Planting & Placement

Grows well in pots (minimum 30 cm), raised beds, or as a houseplant with enough light. Reaches 2-6 feet in height.

Care

• Fertilizer: Organic fertilizer regularly; a phosphorus-based fertilizer once a month supports flowering.
• Pruning: Light pruning keeps growth compact and encourages more blooms.

Flowering

Flowers typically start within a month of purchase and continue year-round, in clusters of pink starry blooms that draw butterflies by the dozen.

Note: This listing ships a young nursery plant. Growth and bloom timing vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline.