Egyptian Star Cluster 'New Look Red' (Pentas lanceolata 'New Look Red')

Pentas 'New Look Red'

Pentas lanceolata 'New Look Red' bears red star‑shaped flowers with small white centers atop erect stems from spring to autumn. Evergreen perennial or subshrub often grown as a summer annual. Generally under 2 feet tall in gardens; species can reach 6+ feet in the wild.

Key Features

• Long‑tubed red flowers in clusters over a long period.
• Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
• Compact habit for beds and containers.

Growing Conditions

Full sun; fertile, well‑drained soil.

Care & Propagation

Sow seed at 61–64°F in spring. Softwood cuttings anytime with bottom heat, especially in winter. Problems: aphids, spider mites.

Landscape Uses

Beds, borders, containers.

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