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Pentas lanceolata 'Graffiti Red Lace'

Family Rubiaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 25 cm (10 in)
Spread 30 cm (12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Pentas lanceolata 'Graffiti Red Lace' (Egyptian starcluster) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and dark red flowers. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture, aromatic and evergreen.
Typical Uses Bedding plant, border, container, edging and tropical.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Pentas lanceolata 'Graffiti Red Lace' . Pentas lanceolata 'Graffiti Red Lace' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Pentas lanceolata 'Graffiti Red Lace' (Egyptian starcluster) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.