‘Stars & Stripes’ Pentas
Pentas Lanceolata 'Stars & Stripes'
Prolific scarlet flower clusters with pink centers are a hummingbird paradise. Lush dark green and white variegated foliage. Grows 12-24” high with a clumping habit.
Features
| Bloom/Feature | Bright red flowers over variegated foliage from spring until fall |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| USDA Zones | 9,10,11 |
| Zone Detail | Hardy to 20 F |
| Key Features | heat tolerance, attracts birds/butterflies, water-wise, dwarf, fall blooming |
| Use | border, container, groundcover, mass planting |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Bloom Season | spring, summer, fall |
| Dimension | 12-24" H x clumping |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to fast growth |
Care
| Water | Keep on the dry side of moist |
| Soil Type | Well-drained peat/perlite mix |
| Fertilizer | Monthly in gardens; bi-monthly in containers |
| Pruning | Prune as desired, but not required |
Planting Instructions
water before planting
plant in full sun to part shade
dig hole 3X the width of pot,
backfill and plant 1’-2’ above soil level
water and add more soil if needed
mulch plants
