‘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
We both love this flower! Beautiful! It is the Pentas Lanceolata...spelling??