Pentas are absolutely perfect for the front edge of a flower garden or in containers. Colorful clusters of star-shaped blooms are set just above the shiny compact foliage, producing non-stop color throughout the season. Uniform, 12-15 plants are heat and drought tolerant.

10 seeds pelleted

PLANTING

Pentas lanceolata

Annual

Germination:7-21days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface andpress into soil, seeds need light to germinate

Starting Indoors:Start indoors8-12 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature. Transplant apart after the last frost, 12 apart.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sowing outdoors is not recommended

Growth Habit:Upright, branching

Height and Width:12-15″ x 12-15″

Spacing:12-15” apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Average to fertile, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:100-110 days

Uses:Flower beds, containers, window boxes, attracts pollinators

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Cut back stems as the blooms fade, this encourages more flower production.Apply a liquid fertilizer every 3-4 weeks or use a time-release fertilizer at planting time.