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Pentas lanceolata 'Blush'

Also Known As

  • Blush Egyptian Star Cluster

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Pentas lanceolata 'Blush' plant details

Pentas lanceolata 'Blush' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pentas lanceolata 'Blush'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pentas lanceolata 'Blush'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nearly white 3" bloom clusters, with a hint of pink are borne from spring to fall on this upright to rounded shrub-like perennial. A popular butterfly plant, few other plants can compete with it's profuse blooming habits. Give it a rich fertile soil and periodic water during dry spells. Blush Pentas is an Almost Eden exclusive introduction.The flowers of Pentas will attract butterflies and other nectar loving creatures to your gardens throughout summer. Where not hardy, heat and humidity tolerant Pentas make wonderful annuals for gardens or containers. In the northern portions of their hardiness range provide mulch to help ensure their return for the following season. Pentas are considered to be deer resistant and moderately salt tolerant.

Gardening facts about Pentas lanceolata 'Blush' plant

How to Grow Pentas lanceolata 'Blush'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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