Pentas lanceolata 'Nova'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9b-12

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Pentas lanceolata 'Nova' plant details

Pentas lanceolata 'Nova' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pentas lanceolata 'Nova'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: award-winning, container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pentas lanceolata 'Nova'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Extra large clusters of rosy pink star-shaped flowers are produced throughout the growing season on this vigorous and large growing Penta. Nova Pentas was a 1999 Georgia Gold Medal winner that can produce clusters 4" across. The Pentas' nectar rich flowers are excellent for attracting butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other garden beneficials. Pentas are excellent heat loving tropicals with plenty of flower power that do great in the ground or in containers. Give it a rich fertile soil and periodic water during dry spells.

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How to Grow Pentas lanceolata 'Nova'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen