Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst'

Also Known As

Egyptian Star Cluster
Starburst Pentas

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-12

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Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst' plant details

Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial shrub 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 - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Each rosy pink, star shaped flower has a contrasting dark fuchsia eye. The 2-3" flower clusters of the Starburst Penta are borne from spring to fall on this upright to rounded shrub-like tropical perennial that is often grown as an annual. A popular hummingbird and 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.

By: Almost Eden

Gardening facts about Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst' plant

How to Grow Pentas lanceolata 'Starburst'

Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- 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
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen