Park Seed Lucky Star Mixture Pentas Seeds
Best reliable bloomers for gardeners seeking heat tolerant seasonal color.
A compact, heat-tolerant flower mix that delivers continuous, vibrant blooms throughout the season. Perfect for containers or garden borders, these plants are highly effective at attracting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds.
$8.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking reliable, season-long color for flower beds and containers
- Nature enthusiasts wanting to support local pollinator populations
- Small-space gardeners needing low-maintenance plants for patio pots
Who should skip it
- Impatient growers or beginners without specialized seed-starting equipment
- Northern gardeners with short growing seasons or cool summer climates
- Casual planters who prefer direct-sowing seeds into the ground
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds throughout the entire growing season.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering summer conditions where other annuals often wilt.
Container Suitability
Compact, tidy growth habit makes them perfect for pots and planters.
Bloom Consistency
Provides a reliable, continuous display of color from spring through summer.
Ease of Maintenance
Low-fuss plants that require minimal intervention once established in the garden.
Germination Reliability
Pelleted seeds simplify handling but require consistent moisture for successful sprouting.
Key Specs
Genus
Pentas
Species
lanceolata
Mature Height
16 inches
Mature Width
14 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Tolerance
Normal, loamy
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Season
Early Spring to Mid Summer
Days to Maturity
90-110 days
Seed Type
Pelleted
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