Pentas – Flowering Plants for Gardens, Terraces, and Outdoor Ceremonies
Pentas (Pentas lanceolata) is an exceptionally generous tropical flowering plant: its star-shaped flowers, gathered in large, colorful umbels ranging from white to pink, red, and lilac, bloom continuously from spring to autumn, creating a cheerful, striking display of color. Irresistible to butterflies, it brings life and color to any outdoor space.
Available in sets of 3 or 6 plants: the ideal solution for decorating gardens, borders, terraces, and ceremony venues with a coordinated green touch and a strong visual impact.
Plant characteristics
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Pot diameter: 14 cm
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Plant height: approximately 30 cm
- Star-shaped flowers in colorful umbels: white, pink, red, lilac – assorted
- Abundant and continuous flowering: spring – autumn
- Bushy, compact growth, ideal for pots or planting in the ground
- Irresistible to butterflies and pollinating insects
- Available in sets of 3 or 6 plants for coordinated displays
Care and maintenance
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Light: full sun or bright light – it loves direct sunlight, which encourages abundant, long-lasting flowering
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Watering: water regularly in summer, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging
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Temperature: ideal between 18°C and 35°C; it is not hardy, so protect it or bring it indoors below 10°C
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Substrate: well-draining and rich in organic matter
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Fertilization: every 10-15 days in spring and summer with liquid fertilizer for flowering plants
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Pruning: remove faded umbels to continuously encourage new blooms
Also ideal as a flowering wedding favor
Pentas is one of the most original and colorful flowering favors for weddings, First Communions, confirmations, christenings, and graduations: long-lasting, lively, and visually striking. Contact us for quotes on multiple orders for events and ceremonies.
Pentas in sets of 3 or 6 plants is the perfect choice for anyone who wants a garden or terrace that is always in bloom, with a coordinated, professional display: colorful, generous, and capable of delighting everyone throughout the season.
What you receive
- Plant height: approximately 30 cm.
- Pot diameter: 14 cm.
- Available variants: 3 plants, 6 plants.
Frequently asked questions
Does Pentas need sunlight?
Yes: it loves full sun or very bright light, which encourages abundant, long-lasting flowering.
How can I keep Pentas flowering for a long time?
Remove faded umbels and fertilize every 10-15 days in spring and summer with liquid fertilizer for flowering plants.
Can Pentas withstand winter?
It is not hardy: when the temperature drops below 10 °C, protect it or bring it indoors.
Can it be used as a wedding favor?
Yes, it is a colorful flowering favor for weddings, First Communions, confirmations, christenings, and graduations. For large-quantity orders, request a dedicated quote.
