Pentas Lanceolata ‘Pink’ 17cm Pot Common Name: Penta Pink, Egyptian Star Cluster, Pentas Pentas lanceolata ‘Pink’, commonly referred to simply as Penta pink, is a warm-climate, flowering perennial that produces clusters of vibrant pink, star-shaped flowers nearly year-round in the right conditions. It’s highly valued in tropical and subtropical gardens and is an excellent pollinator-friendly plant. Key Features Growth: Height: 30–60 cm Spread: 30–45 cm Growth Habit: Upright and bushy, well-suited to borders and containers Sunlight: Full sun is best for heavy blooming; tolerates part sun Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate organic matter Water: Moderate; prefers regular watering but not soggy roots Feeding: Light feeding every 6–8 weeks during growing season to promote blooms Flower Type: Tight clusters of small, star-shaped flowers Blooming Time: Spring to autumn (can bloom year-round in warm SA climates) Pollinators: Attracts butterflies, bees, and even hummingbirds (or sunbirds in SA) Uses -Borders and beds -Containers or hanging baskets -Butterfly and pollinator gardens -Colour massing in warm-climate landscapes Maintenance Tips -Deadhead to encourage new blooms -Trim lightly to keep compact form -Protect from frost – treat as an annual or bring indoors in colder regions
