Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix'

Pentas

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Common Name:

Pentas

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

55 cm

Maximum width:

45 cm

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Description

Garden Sparkles Mix. A tender tropical that looks something like Burpee's native butterfly plant. Compact 10-16" plants spread 10-12". Plants produce flowering side-branches all season. Flower clusters are 3-4" across. Drought tolerant. Sun. Annual. Attracts Butterflies.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Blooming

The flowers look like small clusters of stars, hence the common name Star Clusters. They come in various colors including white, lilac, pink and red. It can bloom year round if grown as a perennial; however, most gardeners grow it as an annual in which case it flowers in the Summer.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Growth

Evergreen perennials, biennials, and shrubs. In tropical climates, Star Clusters can reach 6 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide. In cooler climates, it will reach 2 to 3 ft. tall and just as wide. Grows best in full sun. In less hardy areas, grow Pentas in a temperate greenhouse. Can grow in containers outdoors during the summer. Grows best in warmer areas, where it works best in a bed or border, or in containers on a patio.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Planting

Propagate from the seed in spring at 61-64°F (16-18°C). Can also propagate from softwood cuttings at any time. Make sure to root with bottom heat.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Pest

Aphids and spider mites.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Interesting facts

Pentas is native to the Arabian Peninsula, Madagascar, and tropical Africa.

Pentas (Pentas x 'Garden Sparkles Mix') - Soil and irrigation

Water liberally during the growing season, just enough in winter. Does best in rich soil with good drainage.