Lavender Egyptian Star Flower
Pentas lanceolata
Overview
The Pentas lanceolata 'Lavender' is an upright annual with dark green foliage and large clusters of lavender, star-shaped blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It grows 18-22 inches tall and 16-24 inches wide. Best in part sun to sun, average moisture, and well-drained soil, it blooms from planting to frost without deadheading. Hardy in USDA Zones 11a-11b.
Water Medium
Culture
- Water
- Medium
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 1.5–1.8333334 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1.3333334–2 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Rubiaceae
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