Pentas lanceolata
Botanical Name
Pentas lanceolata
Hardiness
Zones 8 to 11, grown as annual elsewhere
Height
12 to 36 inches
Width
12 to 36 inches
Flowers
Summer to fall: lilac, red, pink, white, magenta
Light
Full sun
Soil
Well-drained
Planting and Care
Space plants 12 to 24 inches apart, allow soil to dry between watering, drought tolerant, can be overwintered as a houseplant in a sunny humid location
Problems
Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies (indoors)
Varieties to Consider
'Butterfly Cherry Red'
'New Look' Series
'New Look' Series
Did you know?
Pentas are sure to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.