Balaji Blossoms

Pentas

Pentas, also known as Pentas lanceolata or Egyptian Starcluster, is a vibrant and versatile flowering plant known for its dazzling, star-shaped blooms. Native to Africa, Pentas features clusters of small, tubular flowers that come in a variety of colors, including red, pink, white, and purple. These eye-catching flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making Pentas a popular choice for adding color and life to gardens, containers, and hanging baskets. The plant typically grows to about 1 to 3 feet in height, with a similar spread. Pentas thrives in well-draining soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. With its long-lasting blooms and low-maintenance care, Pentas adds a cheerful and lively touch to any outdoor or indoor space. At Balaji Blossoms, we offer high-quality Pentas plants to brighten your garden or home with their vibrant, starry flowers.
Plant Summary: Outdoor . Low-Maintenance . All Weather

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How to care for plants

Placement and Care

• Outdoor • Borders of gardens, landscapes, balconies, containers, Best choice for wallgardens. • Provide full sunlight or partial shade, with at least 6 hours of sunlight. Keept the soil moist.

Water Requirement

150- 200 ml thrice a week

Fertilizer (once a month)

Water soluble and balanced NPK 20:20:20 or 19:19:19, organic fertilizer, cow dung, vermicompost.

Pruning

Cut off the spent flowers to encourages continous blooming. Trim back leggy growth to maintain a compact shape.

Flowering Period

Throughtout the year.

Repotting

Every 1-2 years according to its size.

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