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Pentas Mix (Pentas Lanceeolata Graffiti Mix) - If you want to attract butterflies, start Pentas seeds and enjoy watching the butterflies land on the large 3 inch umbels. Pentas Lanceeolata is also known as Egyptian Star Cluster and Star Flower. The Pentas Graffiti series offers a beautiful mix of colors with star-shaped flowers.MORE PENTAS OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
74F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
14 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover
SOWING RATE
4 - 5 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 inches
Pentas Mix (Pentas Lanceeolata Graffiti Mix) - If you want to attract butterflies, start Pentas seeds and enjoy watching the butterflies land on the large 3 inch umbels. Pentas Lanceeolata is also known as Egyptian Star Cluster and Star Flower. The Pentas Graffiti series offers a beautiful mix of colors with star-shaped flowers. Pentas Starflower are ideal in a hot, sunny location, and they will grow into 12 inch tall mounds of flowers in shades of: white, pink, red, ruby,and violet. Egyptian Star Cluster Pentas are striking in the garden or as a container plant. Its hybrid genetics ensures uniformity of plant habit and bloom time. Pentas flowers are vigorous and sun-loving, and they grow well in both northern and southern climates. In frost-free zones, the Star Flower plant will grow as a perennial. In colder zones, grow them as annuals.
Grow Star Flower from Pentas seeds indoors in late winter. Use a quality seed starting mix and press the flower seeds into the mix. Do not cover the Star Flower seeds. Place clear plastic or glass over the starter tray or pots to help hold in moisture. Keep the flower seeds moist but not saturated. Place the trays in a south facing, sunny window for germination. As the Pentas seedlings emerge, remove the plastic and keep them in a bright, well-lit location. After hardening the seedlings for 10 days or more, transplant outdoors after frost season is over. Pentas flower care includes deadheading the spent flowers to promote continual blooming. Apply a fertilizer each month during the growing season. If the Pentas Egyptian Star Cluster plants are being grown as perennials, cut them back each fall.
Common Questions
Can I grow pentas in containers?
Yes, it is perfect for containers. Pentas have an upright habit that make for beautiful displays as a single species or in mixed containers.
Does pentas attract pollinators?
Hummingbirds, bees and butterflies all love pentas nectar.
Is pentas deer resistant?
Deer tend to stay away from these flowers unless they are very hungry.
Are pentas flowers good for cutting?
Yes, they do make very beautiful cut flowers.
Can I grow pentas as a houseplant?
Yes, at the end of the growing season you may bring it inside, cut it back and grow it over the winter.
What are some companion plants for pentas?
Some flowers that work well with pentas are ageratum, Angelonia, celosia, gaura, geranium, sage, marigold, verbena and zinnia.
Do I need to deadhead my pentas flowers?
To encourage a longer bloom season, you will need to deadhead your pentas flowers. If you notice a reduction in blooms your plant may not be receiving enough light. They need at least 6 hours of sun per day.
